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ЛОТ 22:
Unusual Bird Mask, Dan People, Liberia
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Стартовая цена:
$
17 500
Эстимейт :
$25 000 - $50 000
Комиссия аукционного дома: 35%
НДС: 6.35%
Для этого лота нет комисии НДС
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Unusual Bird Mask, Dan People, Liberia
Dan People, Liberia: A rare anthropomorphic mask with a combination of human and bird features. Carved wood with elaborately braided fiber hair, the human-like face has a tubular eyes and a defined nose, above a fanciful curved beak and protruding, hummingbird-like tongue. The beak is studded with brass upholstery tacks. The mask has an overall black/brown patina, and it's age is estimated as 19th/20th century. It comes with a custom-made steel display stand.
Dan masks embody spirits of the forest who request (through dreams) that masks be made so they can "appear" before the people. A bird mask is considered a harbinger of good luck, and the inclusion of white (metal) on the mask reinforces that message.
Dimensions: Approx. 16H x 9W x 10D; 20.5H 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.
Note: Please inspect the photos, which supplement the written description and show the condition of this lot.
