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Early 1900's MENDE BUNDU HELMET MASK, Sierra Leone Female Ceremonial Passage

Description: MENDE BUNDU HELMET MASK SIERRA LEONE, AFRICAN TRIBAL WORSHIPSowo Wui Helmet Mask Passed through multiple Generations of Mende Women Many items out of Africa are newly carved and never worn in tribal ceremonies. This is a authentic tribal helmet mask used and passed down through generations.(It is worn, because it was actually worn) and collected during visits to Sierra Leone in the early 1900's during safari. A wooden helmet mask with a crest and a diamond-shaped human face.Mende Bundu Helmet Mask Passed Through Multiple Generations for Female Ceremonial Passage.The Sande Society Mask or Sowo Wui Is Worn by Mende Women of Sierra Leone.And Has the Distinction of Being One of The Few Ritual Mask Worn by African Women.The Society Is A Fellowship of Women Are Responsible for Preparing Young Mende Girls for Adulthood.The Dark Mask Exalts the Far - Famed Beauty of Mende Women. The Mask Is Hallowed and Pierced Around Rim for Attachments.Delicately Carved Face with Large Forehead and Wearing an Elaborate Coiffure.Very Beautiful Original Workmanship. This Helmet Mask Comes from The Estate of a Las Vegas, Nevada Collector.Wife selling his collection from his passing.Personally, I Think this Was His Best Piece. Met Museum display 1960-70. See other collected items from this estate. Country or Region: Sierra LeoneInternal Helmet Size: approx. 14 inches tall x 8 inches wide x 9 inches deepIt Measures Approximately 23" High And 9.25" Across.Some surface abrasion on the wood, particularly on the crest and around the bottom of the helmet. There are also a few shallow cracks in the crest. There Are Rubs from Use and Age and Chips Please Look Closely at Photographs Returns and Damages All of our items are backed with a not as described - 30 day eBay return policy. We ensure all of our items are in the condition we say in our description.1- The product is new sealed in a box never opened. 2. The product is new in an open or lost box. 3. The product is used and operates or looks as it should for its age. 4.The product is used and not checked for operation and is sold as damaged or for parts only. We give our best analysis of what we sell with many years of mechanical, electrical and intelligence experience to avoid any returns. Our company sells are not strictly based on numbers but we also support the quality in what we represent. In case you receive the item that is not to one of the product standards we have listed above, please contact us via e-Bay messages right away. Returns: All returns must be in original condition as received and should be shipped with delivery confirmation and insured.Please note that all returns must be pre-approved by us and inspected upon return before issuing any credit or refund. Unauthorized returns will not be accepted. If you need to return an item, please check twice to confirm the item is not as described and contact our customer service representative for a return RMA, let us know the detailed problem and send us pictures for confirmation. Shipping and Damages (always photograph or video):We always photograph and many times video items for proof of what is sent. If the item shows damage before unboxing, unpacking or uncrating, please photograph it and list the damages with the carrier before accepting. If the outside is damaged badly do not accept the package or crate. We always ship with signature acceptance so it is not just dropped outside or on your threshold or porch damaged before you see it. External damage may or may not show damage to what's inside so if you accept it and there is outside damage, make sure you indicate the damage in writing when accepting it. If there is no visual damage to the product but the packaging is damaged please closely inspect the product for any hidden damage. Damage claims after delivery without proof or photographs do not allow us to file for the claim with the trucking or courier insurance company and we will not refund your money. If a return comes to us from buyers remorse and the item is as described when shipped there will be a 50% restocking fee before the refund or credit is given to offset packaging and shipping fees. If the item has been used and is not returned as we shipped it the product will be prorated and an amount deducted before and credit is given. Certain items lose all their value once used or if they are worn badly from usage when returned. After inspection the items will be prorated depending on what credit or refund is given.There is no refund to the buyer for return shipping fees. Contact UsEmail Customer Support:9:00am-7:00pm EST Monday-FridayAll emails will be responded to within 8 hours during the work week or sooner

Price: 395 USD

Location: Midlothian, Virginia

End Time: 2024-11-26T12:15:40.000Z

Shipping Cost: N/A USD

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Item Specifics

All returns accepted: ReturnsNotAccepted

Color: Dark Wood Tone

Original/Reproduction: Original

Material: Wood

Tribe: Mende

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