Senufo Culture War Helmet, Ivory Coast Late 19th – Early 20th Century flag

Senufo Culture War Helmet, Ivory Coast Late 19th – Early 20th Century

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"Senufo Culture War Helmet, Ivory Coast Late 19th – Early 20th Century "
WAR HELMET
Senufo culture, Ivory Coast 
Late 19th - early 20th century 
Copper alloy
H. 17; L 23 cm


Copper alloy helmet in the shape of a half-sphere, decorated around a vertical axis of symmetry, materialized by a ridge composed of two superimposed openwork chameleons. It is flanked by a pair of applied antelope horns, whose lower lozenges, incised with concentric circles, form a stylized zoomorphic head. 
The side panels feature the demiurge couple of Koulotyolo, the creator, and Katyelo, the protective mother.
The lower rim is finely incised with a frieze of geometric motifs and features three openwork fasteners. 

This helmet was made using the lost cast technique.

Text and photos © FCP CORIDON

Item no.: 5073
Price: 1 480 €
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Period: 19th century
Style: Tribal Art
Condition: Excellent condition

Material: Bronze

Reference: 1431417
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Senufo Culture War Helmet, Ivory Coast Late 19th – Early 20th Century
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