Antique & Vintage African Tribal Art
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LOTE 37:

Elaborate Large Janus Mask, Dan People, Liberia

Precio inicial:
$ 4 250
Precio estimado:
$6 000 - $15 000
Comisión de la casa de subasta: 35%
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Elaborate Large Janus Mask, Dan People, Liberia
Dan People, Liberia: An elaborately decorated and large Janus (Double-faced) Mask, Carved wood, late 19th/ early 20th century. The mask is adorned with multiple rows of shells, metal bands, metal upholstery tacks, strings of beads, bells, fibers and feathers. It has a fine patina and the incised holes at its lower rim are worn from their former costume attachments. The mask comes with a custom-made steel display stand.

Dimensions: Approx. 20H x 20W x 18D; 39H on stand (inches)

Provenance: Private collection.

NOTE: Please inspect the photos, which supplement the written description and show the condition of this lot.
Condition: Good condition with evidence of use and age. The feathers atop the mask have need clipped-short. Some are loosely attached.
Note: Please inspect the photos, which supplement the written description and show the condition of this lot.