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Description : African Tribal Art: Guro/Bete people, Cote d'Ivoire, Africa: Anthropomorphic Gre mask with brown/black patina and white kaolin clay details, its strong abstracted facial features are outlined with upholstery tacks. Hand carved wood, Late 19th century. Based on a human face the mask also has the tusks of a wild boar. The people who wear the masks are viewed as protective agents that represent the spiritual forces. Gre masks are known for their distorted features like facial protuberances, horned heads, bulging forehead, and tubular eyes. They are designed to provoke terror through embodying wild animals. In masked dance performances, emphasis on a an animals strength and ferocity are evoked, giving the masked dancer power to expel evil forces and disease. Dimensions: 12.25H x 8.5W x 6.5D (inches) Provenance: Private collection. NOTE: Please inspect the photos, which supplement the written description and show the condition of this lot. ***VIDEO: To see a 3D video of this item, copy and paste the link below into your search browser: Provenance: Private Collection, Massachusetts, Private collection, New York Dimensions: See Description
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About the lot N° 47
Title : Bush Spirit Mask
Size : See Description
Provenance : Private collection.
Condition report : Good condition with evidence of use and age. Note: Please inspect the photos, which supplement the written description and show the condition of this lot. NOTE: If documentation is not listed, the lot is sold without documents. Please refer to our Terms and Conditions prior to bidding. Color fidelity of photos presented is not guaranteed. Lack of a condition statement does not imply that a lot is perfect. Please examine photos, read descriptions, and contact the Gallery with any questions prior to bidding. All sales are final. Winning bidders will be sent invoices from our gallery. Credit cards are accepted for invoices under $1000. Higher amounts must be paid by e-check or wire transfer.
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Sale title : Antique & Vintage African Tribal Art
Sale date : 28 Apr 2022 It's free to register now to view!
Sale Reference : Live Sale
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