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1970's Nicaraguan Mask Folk Art

$3,800
£2,889.73
€3,333.17
CA$5,323.10
A$5,957.61
CHF 3,110.80
MX$72,683.14
NOK 39,487.53
SEK 37,471.23
DKK 24,890.51
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About the Item

A traditional Indian dance mask from the town of Monimbo, adopted by the rebels during the fight against Somoza. These were worn in order to conceal one's identity. It is a very unusual and unique mask with a very complex and rich history - as symbols of tradition and ceremony - many of which made for children, then seen as symbols of freedom from the countries tyranny. The mask is quite faded but facial characteristics are still very visible like the eye's, moustache, nose and mouth. Please look through all the photos. I included an image of three men wearing traditional Nicaraguan folk masks graced the cover of The New York Times Magazine on July 30, 1978. Alan Riding’s article, with photos by Susan Meiselas, chronicled the popular uprising against the dictatorship of Anastasio Somoza Debayle. This image launched Susan Meiselas' career. The image is also part of MOMA's permanent collection. This item is a piece of cultural history and it has been shown in gallery exhibitions. It is of museum quality. It includes a very thin string to be able to hang decoratively. Please don't hesitate to ask any questions.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 16.5 in (41.91 cm)Width: 14 in (35.56 cm)Depth: 7.6 in (19.31 cm)
  • Style:
    Folk Art (In the Style Of)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
    Nicaragua
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    Circa 1970's
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    Vancouver, CA
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU9387237989092

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