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and the god Hylates
The small bottle features a piriform (pear-shaped) body
achieved with the use of wax and liquid colored clays
offering a vivid glimpse into the rituals
Ogoni Helmet Mask Elu weapons and the god HylatesOgoni People, 20th Century, Nigeria, West Africa An impressive Elu helmet spirit mask of the Ogoni people, carved from a single piece of wood with remarkable sculptural vitality. The mask features a hinged lower jaw, attached to the upper by textile straps on each side, allowing the mouth to open and close with a distinctive clicking sound during dance performances. The jaws teeth are individually carved wooden pegs inserted into the lower section,