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Karin wemba mask

Mossi People20th century

Mudec - Museum of Cultures

Mudec - Museum of Cultures
Milan, Italy

The Sawadugu clan mask represents the legendary alliance that gave birth to the Kurumba, the ancient inhabitants of Saguanega. The iconographic symbol of the alliance is the antelope. The geometric element that supports the female figure represents either divine power or the sun. The female figure is the ideal image of perfection, Yenenga, mother of the Mooga people, otherwise known as Pabre, she who bears the naam, the divine principle that governs the transmission of royal authority.

Details

  • Title: Karin wemba mask
  • Creator: Mossi People
  • Date Created: 20th century
  • Location Created: Burkina Faso, Yatenga area
  • Physical Dimensions: h 110 cm
  • Type: Mask
  • Rights: Franco and Laura Monti Collection (5) - Museum of Cultures, Milan
  • Medium: Carved wood, pigments
  • Collocazione: On view (room 3)

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