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Abstract Walu Face Mask
Origin: Dogon Tribe, Mali
Composition: wood
This unusual Dogon mask represents
a mythical antelope or hyena known as Walu,
who had the responsibility of protecting the
Sun from the Fox, or Yorugu. The Dogon god
Amma, gave Walu this responsibility, and the
Dogon still use the Walu mask at ceremonies
commemorating the origin of death and the
spirits associated with death. The dances
occur at sacred sites which are instrumental in
maintaining the social requirements
regulated within of the complex Dogon belief
system related to the creation of the world.
Walu is so revered that his likeness is
regularly portrayed in other aspects of Dogon
art, especially on house and granary doors.
Because of his ability to see into the future,
Walu is a symbol of wisdom, and can offer
protection and long life. This mask was
purchased directly from the tribe in Mali in 2005.
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Dimensions:
17" x 9.5"
No. wm149
Price:
$795.00
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