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Das ist der Preis für die folgende Bewertung: Early 20Th C. African Wood Warthog Mask



Beschreibung : **Previously Listed At $350 West Africa, probably Ivory Coast (Cote d'Ivoire) or Mali, Senufo peoples, early 20th century CE. A huge wooden mask in the form of a warthog, with added details of leather and fur. The wood surface has been plastered over, with much of this plaster remaining, and there is an iron hook through his nose. He has fearsome tusks and teeth, and well-carved ears. This is a large and imposing mask! All Senufo art is made by specialist artisans, they create masks for use in societies and rituals relating to societies. Warthogs hold a special place in their art - the animals can destroy farm crops and their tusks are often the focus of Senufo art depicting them. They are included in helmet masks to protect the village from spiritual forces. Size: 19.25 L x 11 W x 12.75 H (48.9 cm x 27.9 cm x 32.4 cm) Provenance: Ex-Adeon Gallery, Chicago, IL, acquired prior to 1970. All items legal to buy/sell under U.S. Statute covering cultural patrimony Code 2600, CHAPTER 14, and are guaranteed to be as described or your money back. A Certificate of Authenticity will accompany all winning bids. We ship worldwide and handle all shipping in-house for your convenience. #118301
Preis: 0.00 USD 🔓Keine Kreditkarte nötig.
Schätzung (niedrig/hoch) : 600 USD-900 USD 🔓Keine Kreditkarte nötig.

Über das Lot Chargen- 91
Titel : Early 20Th C. African Wood Warthog Mask
Größe : huge
Condition report : The mask is in delicate condition, with repair to one horn and some losses to tusks and top of head. Leather and fur are quite aged and fragile.
Artemis Gallery, Auktionator, Louisville, US 🔓Keine Kreditkarte nötig.
Verkaufstitel : April Online Timed Clearance Auction
Verkaufsdatum : 24/04/2017 🔓Keine Kreditkarte nötig.
Auktionsreferenz : Live Sale

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