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Vintage Carved Wood Mask, African Folk Art 20th Century

$478.47
£355.94
€399
CA$655.19
A$728.48
CHF 380.37
MX$8,867.43
NOK 4,853.41
SEK 4,547.42
DKK 3,037.37
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A hand carved wood wall mask, vintage from the 20th Century. African Folk Art. Handmade and carved from a single piece of exotic wood, in a manner specific to traditional African art. Intricately carved with the traditional heart-shaped face and horns. Such ‘kpelie’ or ‘kodal masks’ are specific to the Senufo people and they are among the best-known mask types of Africa. They generally have a small, mask face with slit eyes, a narrow, curving nose and a small, strongly protruding mouth, with visible teeth. In a very good original condition, with a wonderful patina. A fantastic eye-catching Stand-alone accent piece. Dimensions: 19x42x9cm Very decorative timeless work of art. Comes from a German private collection.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 16.54 in (42 cm)Width: 7.49 in (19 cm)Depth: 3.55 in (9 cm)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1970s
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    Bochum, DE
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: DEKOLET-BJ24-148-11stDibs: LU980445395732

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