Description : African Tribal Art: Luba People, Congo/Zaire: Andromorphic Mask resembling the face of a bird. White kaolin clay defines the eyes and areas around the face which are incised to resemble the pattern of feathers. The dark areas have a shiny patina, with the raised line of the beak rubbed/worn to reveal the natural wood tone. The periphery of the mask is incised with holes for costume attachment. Early 20th century.
Dimensions: 13H x 8.5W x 5.5W (inches)
Provenance: Private collection.
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Provenance: Private Collection, Massachusetts, Private collection, New York
Dimensions: See Description
Prix: 0.00 USD🔓Accès libre sans carte bancaire.
Estimations(basse-haute) : 600 USD-900 USD🔓Accès libre sans carte bancaire.
À propos du lot
n° 52 Titre : Bird Mask Dimensions : See Description Provenance : Private collection. Condition report : Good condition with pigment losses and scuffs consistent with use and handling.
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, Franklin, US🔓Accès libre sans carte bancaire. Titre de la vente : Antique & Vintage African Tribal Art Date de la vente : 28/04/2022🔓Accès libre sans carte bancaire. Référence de l'enchère
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