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Fish Mask, Bijogo Culture, Bissagos Islands (painted wood & nails)
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Fish Mask, Bijogo Culture, Bissagos Islands (painted wood & nails)
HSC181692 Fish Mask, Bijogo Culture, Bissagos Islands (painted wood & nails) by African School; length:116 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: worn by a young man;); Photo © Heini Schneebeli
Media ID 31713338
© Heini Schneebeli / Bridgeman Images
Fins Guinea Bissau Initiation Ceremony Long Nose Ritual Object Sacred Shark West Africa
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This photograph captures a stunning Fish Mask from the Bijogo Culture, found in the Bissagos Islands of Guinea-Bissau, West Africa. Crafted with painted wood and nails, this ceremonial mask measures an impressive 116 cm in length. The intricate details of this tribal ritual object are truly remarkable. The mask features a long nose resembling that of a shark, complete with fins on either side. It is believed to represent the powerful and sacred sawfish, often associated with initiation ceremonies within the Bidjogo community. Worn by a young man during important cultural festivities, this Fish Mask holds great significance within the Bijogo Culture. Its purpose is to connect the wearer with ancestral spirits and invoke their blessings for prosperity and protection. Photographed by Heini Schneebeli, this image beautifully showcases both the artistry and cultural heritage preserved through such traditional craftsmanship. The vibrant colors and meticulous carving exemplify the rich artistic traditions passed down through generations. This print serves as a testament to the beauty found in diverse cultures around our world. It offers viewers an opportunity to appreciate not only its aesthetic value but also gain insight into rituals that have shaped communities for centuries.
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