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The serpent, Kakilambe, is a protective spirit that presides over young men's initiation camps. It appears in the village on ritual days and to announce the return of the boys as men. Most versions, even the very large ones, were worn as headdresses.
In spite of their appearance, these serpent figures show no evidence
of age or use and were probably made to be sold.
We recommmend Art of The Baga: A Drama of Cultural Reinvention by
Frederick Lamp (Museum for African Art/Prestel). We have copies for sale
at $24.95.
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