An Agbogho Mmuo, Ibo Ritual Costume, Nigeria - Lot 100

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An Agbogho Mmuo, Ibo Ritual Costume, Nigeria - Lot 100
An Agbogho Mmuo, Ibo Ritual Costume, Nigeria Costume of the role of Young Woman worn by Men at the Annual Ceremonies during the dry season in the Nri-Awka Region in the Northern Ibo Territory. Mask costume from the Igbo people of Nigeria (Cotton, wool and dye) A similar copy is kept at the Musée du Quai Branly Jacques Chirac, inventory no. 73.1997.15.2. Another similar copy is kept at the Minneapolis Museum: accession Number 90.146.25 Agbogho Mmuo, or Maiden Spirits are annual performances held during the dry season in the Nri-Awka area in the northern part of the Igbos' traditional territory. Performed only by men wearing masks, the masquerades imitate the character of adolescent girls, exaggerating the girls' beauty and movements. The performance is always accompanied by musicians who sing and play tributes to both real and spirit maidens. Good general condition. 1st half of the 20th century 145 x 146 cm
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