Consulter la cote et le prix de African Baga Snake Helmet Mask, 1890

Description : Baga People, Guinea, West Africa: Helmet mask with a snake. Late 19th Century (Circa 1890) Carved wood and pigments, mounted on a custom-made steel stand. The serpent (Kalimbe, or Bansonyi) refers to a protective spirit manifested in the form of a snake that presides over male initiation ceremonies in the Baga culture. Many helmet-style masks feature holes along the lower rim, by which whey are attached to a costume. This mask, without holes, shows wear from being held above the head by hand. This item is accompanied by a certificate of authenticity.
Prix: 0.00 USD 🔓Accès libre sans carte bancaire.
Estimations(basse-haute) : 2000 USD-6000 USD 🔓Accès libre sans carte bancaire.

À propos du lot n° 58
Titre : African Baga Snake Helmet Mask, PÉRIODE : 1890
Dimensions : 43H x 41.5L w/stand, Mask is 10.5H x 7Wx 41.5L
Provenance : Private collection, Massachusetts, Private collection, Germany
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Condition report : Good, aged condition, with signs of wear and use.
500 Gallery, Salle de vente , Franklin, US 🔓Accès libre sans carte bancaire.
Titre de la vente : Winter Fine Art Discovery Sale
Date de la vente : 14/01/2021 🔓Accès libre sans carte bancaire.
Référence de l'enchère : Live Sale

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