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The Gelede headdress often consists of two parts
In recent time
uses contrasting masks to represent the maiden spirit and the elephant spirit
This large bird figure can be seen during poro ceremonies
very strong piece
Antique Makonde Mask From Tanzania, East Africa 25x10 in cap The Gelede headdress often consistsMAKONDE (WAMAKONDE) Tanzania and Mozambique Inhabiting the southeast of Tanzania and the northeast of Mozambique are about 500,000 Makonde, divided into matrilineal clans, each one comprising several villages. Decisions are made by a chief supported by a council. Clan members meet only for the ancestral cult and to celebrate initiations. According to legend, shortly after the Creation, the first man, wandering around outside the bush, sculpted a
