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Powerful Scarified Makonde Portrait Helmet Mask Tanzania, Early 20th C Africa
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Powerful Scarified Makonde portrait helmet mask from Tanzania. Early 20th century with heavy dark patina from traditional tribal use, wear inside from being used. Finely carved features, incised scarification zig zag lines on cheeks, forehead and sides of head, attached hair top front of head. Finely carved lips, open mouth showing filed teeth. Measures: 9 1/2 inches high. Includes custom wood and metal stand, total height 12 1/2 inches.
- Dimensions:Height: 9.5 in (24.13 cm)Width: 9.5 in (24.13 cm)Depth: 11 in (27.94 cm)
- Style:Tribal (In the Style Of)
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- Date of Manufacture:Early 20th Century
- Condition:Wear consistent with age and use. Minor losses. Minor structural damages. Minor fading. In very good condition for an old mask. Small hole under chin line at juncture with neck, probably from carving being too thin at that point. See last image.
- Seller Location:Point Richmond, CA
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