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Zoomorphic Forged Iron Mask, Dogon – Mali
This zoomorphic forged iron mask reflect an earlier period of bronze or brass casting and seem to represent a ram. The The face is short and broad across the cheekbones, narrowing to a pointed snout and a domed top of the head. The ears protrude sharply from the top one third of the head, and the horns overarch these and reach around towards the front of the face. It has a dark, oxidised patina.These masks are forged by blacksmiths working them into shapes that could be worn, simply carried, or kept in a ritual location. Today there is no active tradition of these masks being used. In fact as little is known about forged iron masks among the Bamana or Dogon or Senufo or any of the Western Sudanic groups it would be conjecture to assert more than this at this time. This mask does indicate the skill of the blacksmith in forging a mask out of iron, a medium much more difficult to work than wood.
Made of 100% Brass / Bronze
Model is W 25 â H 32 and weight 0.7 kg.
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Weight | 0.7 kg |
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Dimensions | 25 × 32 cm |
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