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Weathered Archaic Bambara Wood Mask Fragment, Mali, Africa, Early 20th C.

$1,795
£1,363.35
€1,575.12
CA$2,515.76
A$2,815.61
CHF 1,469.53
MX$34,335.87
NOK 18,807.98
SEK 17,804.16
DKK 11,754.88
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About the Item

Add a piece of African history to your home. This is large and evocative of ancient times and ceremonies. Weathered wood mask fragment, Bambara people, Mali, Africa, late 19th-early 20th century. A powerful fragment showing the effects of age and time. The surface is weathered and worn, the eye holes enlarged beyond the original carving, but having a strong timeless presence. On a custom metal base. Provenance: ex- Tom Slater collection ex - private collection, Chicago ex- private collection CA. Mask is 14 3/4 x 7 x 5 1/2 inches. On stand as shown 19 inches high. color is most accurate in the still images.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 14.75 in (37.47 cm)Width: 7 in (17.78 cm)Depth: 5.5 in (13.97 cm)
  • Style:
    Tribal (In the Style Of)
  • Materials and Techniques:
    Wood,Hand-Carved
  • Place of Origin:
    Mali
  • Period:
    Early 20th Century
  • Date of Manufacture:
    Early 20th Century
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. Minor losses. Minor structural damages. Minor fading.
  • Seller Location:
    Point Richmond, CA
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: SMHC031071stDibs: LU1778214133761

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