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Older Yoruba African Carved and Painted Mask, Labeled

$600
£461.56
€535.74
CA$846.14
A$947.82
CHF 497.83
MX$11,525.22
NOK 6,304.16
SEK 5,984.35
DKK 3,998.43

About the Item

An older small scale mask carved and painted white (now worn) with painted blue and black features and a black top knot. Marked on interior tape, “Yoruba”. The Mask with good age, facial scarification and pierced rim holes. From the collection of Multi--Disciplinary Connecticut artist Norma Flanagan Dimensions: height 7 1/2", wide 5 1/2", depth 4". Condition:Please see detail photos. Stable repair on the top, worn paint, chip on the chin and stable wood splits which do not detract from the powerful presentation.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 7 in (17.78 cm)Width: 5.5 in (13.97 cm)Depth: 4 in (10.16 cm)
  • Style:
    Tribal (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    Mid-20th Century
  • Condition:
    Repaired: There is an old repair to the top of the mask. Wear consistent with age and use. Minor losses.
  • Seller Location:
    Bridgeport, CT
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: 1420111stDibs: LU1755231475132

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