Identification and skin in Sande masks (women's secret society – Sierra Leone/Liberia) - 19/04/23
Summary |
Context |
It is within the framework of the helmet-masks of Sande, worn only by women, that this study aims to develop the medical observation of the different sculpted elements on the face, the hairstyle, the neck, and to make a diagnosis to identify a possible pathology.
Methodology |
The skin, represented by the black patina of the mask, will serve as a link to examine all the characteristics of the mask, the scarifications, the abundant hair, the appearance of the folds of the neck.
Result |
These observations lead to the identification of a young initiate in full health.
Conclusion |
No pathology is detected on the helmet-masks of Sande, only persists, after examination, the image of a feminine ideal.
Perspectives |
It seems interesting to develop the icono-diagnosis to other masks of different ethnicities knowing that some, rare, express a pathology.
Le texte complet de cet article est disponible en PDF.Keywords : Feminine ideal, Hairstyle, Neck rings, Patina, Scarifications, Skin
Plan
| ☆ | This paper has been presented at the 9th International Congress of Pathography « Icono-diagnostic / Icono-diagnosis » (Paris - France, musée du quai Branly - Jacques Chirac, November 15, 2022). |
Vol 28
Article 100889- juin 2023 Retour au numéro
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