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Geometric Barmbara Sukuru Animal Mask with horns, teeth, Mali, West Africa

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Geometric Barmbara Sukuru Animal Mask with horns, teeth, Mali, West Africa. Inserted wood teeth, abstract face with open eyes, raised eyebrows and framed face. Old native repair with iron strip on top of mask. Mask is 13 3/4" inches, on custom metal and wood stand 18 1/2". Wear, polish and deep dark patina inside and out from traditional use. Created mid 20th century or earlier. From CA USA collection, previously in the Jan Baum collection, Los Angeles, white inventory tag # 358. in the van Rijn archive AHDRC # 0183096
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 13.75 in (34.93 cm)Width: 7 in (17.78 cm)Depth: 5.5 in (13.97 cm)
  • Style:
    Tribal (In the Style Of)
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  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    Mid 20th Century
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. Minor losses. Minor structural damages. Minor fading. Vintage piece with wear, polish and deep patina inside and out from traditional use and handling.
  • Seller Location:
    Point Richmond, CA
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: SM1040171stDibs: LU1778237317062
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