Bamana Antelope Chi Wara Headcrest Mali

Description: {Description}Bamana Antelope Chi Wara Headcrest Mali A lovely Chi Wara Headcrest from the Bamana people of Mali. Standing at 41 inches in height, this collectible item features a handcrafted double antelope design made from patinaed wood. Perfect for display, this African art piece will add a touch of culture and sophistication to any space. The Bamana, also known as Bambara, constitute one of the largest ethnic groups in their region. With agriculture at the core of their traditional way of life, Bamana society and art are deeply influenced by issues related to the natural cycles and the productivity of farmers. The Ci-wara (or Chiwara, Tyi Wara) society plays a crucial role in passing down knowledge of agricultural practices from one generation to the next, and its primary purpose is to pay homage to successful farmers. Rooted in ancient legends, the rituals of the Ci-wara society revolve around a mythical creature, sometimes identified as a roan antelope (Hippotragus Leucophaeus) or anteater (Manis temmincki), combined with elements of a python or a half-human, half-animal being named Ci-wara. This mythical figure is credited with introducing agriculture to humanity. The Bamana people express their reverence for accomplished farmers through ceremonial performances featuring intricately carved wood crest masks representing the antelope. These Ci-wara crest masks take center stage in agricultural contests, entertainment events, and the annual celebration. The masquerade ceremonies unfold during both planting and harvesting seasons, taking place in the fields and the village palace. The dance involves the collaboration of two individuals, portraying a male and female pair in a symbolic representation of the agricultural cycle. Height (In)41.0 Width (In)12.0 Depth (In)4.0 148831 148831 × × × × × × × × × Buy now and save! Tell a friend Visit store Watch now Postage info Click the Postage tab above the listing description for more info Click the Postage tab above the listing description for more info! Additional delivery notes PICK UP OPTION Sorry, our items are NOT available for pick-up. PAYING VIA PAYPAL We accept PayPal on our all our items so you can shop with confidence. Simple choose the PayPal option when proceeding through the checkout. Additional Information No additional information at this time Ask seller a question You might also like Tutsi Basket Rwanda Pink 7.25 Inch Urhobo Shrine Wood Figure Nigeria Zulu Telephone Wire Basket South Africa Bead Bundle #2 Contact To contact our Customer Service Team, simply click the button here and our Customer Service team will be happy to assist. Ask seller a question © My Store Postage Click the Postage tab above the listing description for more info Payment Accepted Payment Methods PayPal Returns Returns are accepted Items must be returned within 30 days of the auction ending Buyer will pay for return shipping. eBay integration by

Price: 1600 USD

Location: Denver, Colorado

End Time: 2025-01-26T20:44:37.000Z

Shipping Cost: 29.98 USD