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African tribal masks, a matched decorative pair from circa 1930 - 1940

$1,422.28per set
£1,033per set
€1,219.52per set
CA$1,956.27per set
A$2,175.93per set
CHF 1,141.49per set
MX$26,551.27per set
NOK 14,327.13per set
SEK 13,501.58per set
DKK 9,103.22per set

About the Item

This highly decorative matched pair of African Congo region ceremonial face masks is beautifully handmade. They are modelled in clay and decorated with woven leather and hemp, fabric, seashells, brass studs and wired enhancements. Each one is boldly different with dramatic expressions. Both masks are in good original condition with some age-related wear and small imperfections in keeping with their origin, age and manufacture. African, circa 1930 – 40 Sizes of the largest mask Height 30cm x width 22cm x depth 16cm Thank you for looking at this fantastic matched pair of clay African tribal masks. Please let us know if you need any further information and photographs.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 11.82 in (30 cm)Width: 8.67 in (22 cm)Depth: 6.3 in (16 cm)
  • Sold As:
    Set of 2
  • Style:
    Primitive (In the Style Of)
  • Materials and Techniques:
    Clay,Hand-Crafted,Hand-Painted,Hand-Woven
  • Place of Origin:
    Congo
  • Period:
    Mid-20th Century
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1930
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    Central England, GB
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU6434246417832

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