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Description : African Chokwe/Lwena Mwana Pwo/Pwevo wood mask. One of the most important makishi characters in mukanda initiations represents the ideal woman. She is either conceived as a fulfilled woman, called Pwevo (or, in some Chokwe-related areas, Pwo), or a younger, potential woman called Mwana Pwevo (or, in other areas, Mwana Pwo). Provenance: Private collection collected between 1910 and 1930. SIZE: see attached ruler photo. Photos are part of the description representing the condition report and can be used for authentication prior to the sale date. Pangaea Auctions urges Bidder's to view all attached photos in detail. #(African, 19th-20th Century, Fine Art- Sculpture, Mask, Wood, Antique, Vintage, ).
Price: 148.75 USD It's free to register now to view!
Estimate (low-high) : 1500 USD-3000 USD It's free to register now to view!

About the lot N° 577
Title : African Chokwe/Lwena Mwana Pwo/Pwevo Wood Mask
Pangaea Auctions, auctioneer, Carson City, US It's free to register now to view!
Sale title : Ancient & Antique Collection, No Reserves with Low Start
Sale date : 11 Jun 2016 It's free to register now to view!
Sale Reference : Live Sale

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