Mask - bitam - Gabon

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Dimitri André
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Holds a postgraduate degree in African studies and 15 years experience in African art.

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Punu wooden mask from Gabon, provenance from a Bitam-area tribe, dating to circa 1930–1940.

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Description from the seller

Very old Punu mask collected in Gabon, from a tribe near the village of Bitam, showing signs of ancient attacks by wood-boring insects. The cap makes it a piece that stands out from the usual models offered and makes this item an exceptional choice. Please disregard the fishing line used to hang the mask. It will be shipped via registered Colissimo in France and other European countries.
Attention, sale offered exclusively to the member countries of the European Union.

Very old Punu mask collected in Gabon, from a tribe near the village of Bitam, showing signs of ancient attacks by wood-boring insects. The cap makes it a piece that stands out from the usual models offered and makes this item an exceptional choice. Please disregard the fishing line used to hang the mask. It will be shipped via registered Colissimo in France and other European countries.
Attention, sale offered exclusively to the member countries of the European Union.

Details

Era
1900-2000
Material
Wood
Country of Origin
Gabon
Condition
Fair condition - heavily used & with possibly minor parts missing
Ethnic group/ culture
bitam
Height
28 cm
Width
18 cm
Weight
1.5 kg
Estimated Period
1930-1940
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