Gongoli Mask

A large gongoli, or kongoli, mask. The gongoli masquerader comes out to provide light entertainment, particularly during more solemn occasions such as funerals. It is not particular to any cultural groups in Sierra Leone. This mask has a raffia headdress attached. The upper and lower lip have been coloured with kola nut

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Further Information

• Type: Masks, headdresses
• Object: Gongoli Mask
• Materials: Wood, Vegetable, organic fibre
• Culture Group: Other
• Dimensions: 470mm
• Production Date: Pre 1962
• Associated Places: Kailahun District
• Associated People: Hon. Paramount Chief Vandi Mustapha, Kailahun District, Pejewa Chiefdom
• Museum: Sierra Leone National Museum
• Accession Number: SLNM.1962.09.22

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