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Mask, Dogon culture, Mali. Height 26 cm

Beautiful Dogon mask from Mali. The sculpture is interesting, asymmetric and dynamic. A beautiful composition. The profile reflects the classic codes of Dogon sculpture. The face bears an expression of surprise and astonishment. It seems alive, ready to speak to us. Beautiful old patina.
The mask has suffered the ravages of time as well as attacks by xylophagous insects. It is stable, insect-free. The photos are part of the description. Sold as seen. A beautiful piece for an antique collection and authentic. Circa 1950.

Provenance :
- Pierre Robin, France.

Masque, culture Dogon, Mali. H.26cm

Beau masque Dogon du Mali. La sculpture est intéressante, asymétrique et dynamique. Une belle composition. Le profil reprend les codes classique de la sculpture Dogon. Le visage porte une expression de surprise et d'étonnement. Il semble vivant, prêt à nous parler. Belle patine ancienne.
Le masque a subi les outrages du temps ainsi que les attaques des insectes xylophage. Il est stable, sans insectes. Les photos font partie de la description. Vendu en l'état. Une belle pièce de collection ancienne et authentique. Circa 1950.

Provenance : 
- Pierre Robin, France.




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Ancient mask - Dogon - Mali

Mid 20th century - Wood - Fair condition

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Masque ancien, a 26 cm tall wooden Dogon mask from Mali, dating to around 1950, original and authentic, in good condition, sold with stand, provenance Galerie/Antiquaire.

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Masque ancien, a 26 cm tall wooden Dogon mask from Mali, dating to around 1950, original and authentic, in good condition, sold with stand, provenance Galerie/Antiquaire.

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