The famous Lipiko mask from the Makonde people projects a kind of stylized realism that is unique in African masks. This is a plain one without scarification or applied hair, but with an especially strong and well executed form. From a purely sculptural standpoint, it doesn’t get much better than this. The mask, which slips completely over the dancers head and rests on the shoulders, is about 12 inches deep. 
Lipiko masks are very different from any other African art and are hard for some collectors to appreciate. Sometimes I like to dig up something different to share with my followers. How do you feel about this mask? Bob, 788
