Bidspirit auction | ANTIQUE AFRICAN MASK NGIL

ANTIQUE AFRICAN MASK NGIL - A celebrated 19th century mask by the Gabonese Fang people garnered more than $7.5 million at auction in Paris in 2006. The Ngil masks (sometimes referred to as the gorilla mask) were worn by men of the same name during the initiation of new members and the persecution of wrong-doers. The mask, which is said to have inspired artist Pablo Picasso. White face long nose. Measuring 14 3/4 inches long by 7 inches wide by 4 deep. Fine condition; some paint lost on face.