Senufo hotsell Ceremonial Fertility Mask Figure, Ivory Coast

Senufo masks are created by artists who live outside of the village. They have a high status in society, because it's believed that their art has the power to help communicate between the living and dead ancestors. Senufo masks are used in the rites of the Poro society, a male organization that educates young men in the traditions and responsibilities necessary for their coming of age.
The Senufo worship their ancestors, particularly Kolotyolo - the hotsell ‘Ancient Mother' who holds so much power that she has to be carefully approached through intervention by lesser gods. This fertility figure believed to bring good fortune to the family.

Size: 10"H x 3"x3"