Exceptional old mask - Punu - Gabon

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Exceptionnel masque ancien, a Punu wooden mask from Gabon dating to the early 20th century, in good condition with a wooden stand, height 33 cm, provenance private collection, France.

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Mask
Gabon
Punu Culture
Wood and pigments
H.33cm

Exceptional Punu mask from Gabon. It combines elegance and inner strength. From all angles, it reveals its beauty. Its gaze is piercing and intimidating, its mouth is tense, and the expression on its face is stern. Its presence is powerful and majestic. The colored pigments, white and orange, enhance its face and illuminate it. It is a living work created by an artist at the height of their craft who has managed to breathe life into it. Notable are the beauty and uniqueness of its headdress. According to Louis Perrois, masks of this style with multiple shells are extremely rare. Base made of solid wood. Sold as is, see photos. A magnificent piece of antique and authentic collection, circa 1930.

Provenance: - Private collection, France.

Mask
Gabon
Punu Culture
Wood and pigments
H.33cm

Exceptional Punu mask from Gabon. It combines elegance and inner strength. From all angles, it reveals its beauty. Its gaze is piercing and intimidating, its mouth is tense, and the expression on its face is stern. Its presence is powerful and majestic. The colored pigments, white and orange, enhance its face and illuminate it. It is a living work created by an artist at the height of their craft who has managed to breathe life into it. Notable are the beauty and uniqueness of its headdress. According to Louis Perrois, masks of this style with multiple shells are extremely rare. Base made of solid wood. Sold as is, see photos. A magnificent piece of antique and authentic collection, circa 1930.

Provenance: - Private collection, France.

Details

Ethnic group/ culture
Punu
Country of Origin
Gabon
Period
Early 20th century
Material
Wood
Sold with stand
Yes
Condition
Fair condition
Title of artwork
Exceptional old mask
Height
33 cm
FranceVerified
864
Objects sold
100%
Private

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