A mask of the Poro Society, a society that uses age grades and exerts political and social control, they convey traditional knowledge, and fulfill religious functions. The Senufo kpeli-yehe mask often used at funeral ceremonies, is used to compel the spirit to leave the house of the deacesed.
The masks pictured here are recent kpeli-yehe mask purchases of great quality and are being shipped in soon, they are still available for sale. Feel free to contact me for first option on these masks if you are interested. You can see more masks that are available at present on my website, through the following link to the MASKS AND HEADDRESSES page: African masks
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