This striking, rare ceremonial head adornment comprises two extraordinary large, beautifully sweeping sections of warthog, or possibly hippopotamus, teeth. Impressive in size and form, this head adornment would originally have been worn by male musicians or warriors during festivals associated with hunting and war. Across northern Ghana and Burkina Faso, horned helmets are worn by the Gurunsi, Mossi, Konkomba and related ethnic groups.
Estimated Period: Mid-20th Century
Ex Private Collection, UK
Width: 54cm
Height (Incl. Display Stand): 46cm
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