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Very large Decorative Tribal African Mask Gabon Wall Hanging

$884.52
£650
€763.64
CA$1,215.18
A$1,356.63
CHF 710.85
MX$16,606.47
NOK 9,027.84
SEK 8,512.11
DKK 5,699.14
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A wonderful, very large elongated Tribal fang mask from Gabon. Hand carved and hand painted using tempura paint. Used in ceremonies, the mask has very nice detail to it and makes a striking wall hanging. Holes to the edge of the mask would originally have been used for attaching a headress. A wonderful impressive tribal mask of great proportions. Dates from the first half of the 20th century. ST1569
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 43.5 in (110.49 cm)Width: 11 in (27.94 cm)Depth: 8 in (20.32 cm)
  • Style:
    Tribal (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1940
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    Stow on the Wold, GB
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: ST15691stDibs: LU3784143263182

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