Epa mask
Yoruba people, Nigeria
Circa: early 20th century
Gallery K (Barry Kitnick), Los Angeles
Height: 16.5”
Large masks of the type are danced in the Epa festival that celebrates the continuity of Yoruba society. Different style Epa masks teach about the origins of Yoruba traditions, beliefs, and social norms. This mask represents Oloko, who introduced farming and hunting to the Yoruba people.
$1000
