Fine African Art Auction
Lot 374:
Diameter of largest 6 inches.
Lip plates are symbolic of womanhood or a symbol of power in the society. The mursi people of Ethiopia, lip plates are a symbol of pride, beauty and fertility, they are also a sign of commitment to a husband and are worn with pride when serving him food. The size can indicate her desirability, the likelihood of her getting married.
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