Native American Artifacts & Hot Wheels
Lot 253:
MASSIVE Vintage 1950s or Older Baga Nimba Fertility Mother Shoulder Mask Carved Wood
MASSIVE Vintage 1950s or Older Baga Nimba Fertility Mother Shoulder Mask Carved Wood. The Baga Nimba shoulder fertility mask, also known as the D’mba or Nimba headdress, is a significant cultural artifact from the Baga people of Guinea. This mask represents the ideal of female fertility and motherhood, symbolizing the nurturing and protective qualities of women. This is a huge and heavy artifact. Local pickup is encouraged. Shipping costs will be high given its weight and size. 2 of us are able to pick it up and move it – weight is definitely over 100 pounds (probably around 150). It measures approximately 63" Tall 34 1/2" from front to back and 28" Wide
Condition: Ancient Authentic
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