Punu (No reserve price)

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With almost a decade of experience bridging science, museum curation, and traditional blacksmithing, Julien has developed a unique expertise in historical arms, armour, and African art.

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Ikwara mask of the Punu from Gabon, carved in wood, 32 cm high and 18 x 18 cm in footprint, weighing 800 g, in acceptable condition, not sold with a stand.

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Ikwara Mask of the PUNU
or Lumbo - Gabon

The Punu, in southern Gabon, are famous for their white Okuyi masks. Very rarely among the Punu are the black masks, which are carved in a very similar style to the “Okuyi masks” but painted black with plant-based pigments. They are called "Ikwara" or "Ikwara Mokulu" ("Night masks").

Ikwara Mask of the PUNU
or Lumbo - Gabon

The Punu, in southern Gabon, are famous for their white Okuyi masks. Very rarely among the Punu are the black masks, which are carved in a very similar style to the “Okuyi masks” but painted black with plant-based pigments. They are called "Ikwara" or "Ikwara Mokulu" ("Night masks").

Details

Ethnic group/ culture
Punu
Material
Wood
Sold with stand
No
Condition
Fair condition
Height
32 cm
Width
18 cm
Depth
18 cm
Weight
800 g
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