Makonde Terracotta Helmet Mask Hamsa These magically-endowed dolls invoke the

These magically-endowed dolls invoke the earth mother goddess Asase Yaa and are commonly carried by Asante

the protective serpent associated with good luck

Finished with fine sterling silver dangling feathers

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Makonde Terracotta Helmet Mask Hamsa These magically-endowed dolls invoke theMakonde helmet mask, worn by young men during initiation ceremonies. Terracotta. From one of two villages situated between Moda and Chipanha, Mozambique, this extremely rare helmet mask was purchased by an Australian UN Peacekeeper in 1995 from its original owner. Old when it was bought, although the exact age has not been determined, we believe it to date to the early 1900's. See Sotheby's two previous terracotta helmet mask sales Lot 298 (19th May