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Red Earth Pigment Makonde Lipico Mask
Mipico (pl. of lipico) masks are used in performances that accompany coming of age ceremonies, such as the circumcision of young boys. Mipico masks are worn as part of a masquerade of various theatrical characters, such as soldiers, women, foreigners, and local personalities. This sensitively and realistically rendered portrait of a beautiful woman features brass tack earrings and red earth pigment. Ex Alan Stone.
10″
