Iwoye, Dahomey Gelede mask which dances at night (Akpasa) and is called "onibeji" (The akpasa for twins). Another akpasa with horns is called enetimeji. "Onibeji" was carved by Segbe's son, Konese Segbe in about 1950. Two white lizards on top of the two double horns (?) with V marked on edge. Below these are encircled with belt which holds 3 knives on each side. Double face below with Yoruba/Nago marks at corner of mouth. Semi-circular plate below double face. Heads wear black dog-eared cap (fila ale eti) [index card notes p28]. The date on the slide is JUN 71.
Local Numbers:
28-12
I 2 YRB 71
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