Articles Tagged with Repatriation

African Masks

African masks embody spirits, ancestors or animals and play active roles in ceremony, performance and social life. Carved primarily from wood, masks are used in rites of passage, festivals and initiations, and today raise important questions about provenance and cultural stewardship.

African Mask

African masks embody ancestors, animals, and mythic figures. Made primarily from wood and often used with dance and costume, they function as ritual objects, social instruments, and collectors' items. Contemporary debates focus on provenance, repatriation, and ethical display.