Polychrome mask with horns - Dogon - Mali

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Masque polychrome à cornes, a large Dogon wooden mask from Mali, dating to the late 20th century, 43 cm high, 18 cm wide, 55 cm deep, weighing 2,580 g, with provenance from a private collection and no stand, in excellent condition.

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Mask - Dogon - Wood - Mali.

Rare and authentic Dogon polychrome mask from the Sangha region.
Very geometric shapes of the face made of rectangles.
Colorful triangular decorations.
Small slender ears.
A large pair of horns curving backward.
Carrying strap attached to the upper rear part of the mask.
This mask is voluminous, heavy and impressive.
It is in good condition.
Personal collection.

Mask - Dogon - Wood - Mali.

Rare and authentic Dogon polychrome mask from the Sangha region.
Very geometric shapes of the face made of rectangles.
Colorful triangular decorations.
Small slender ears.
A large pair of horns curving backward.
Carrying strap attached to the upper rear part of the mask.
This mask is voluminous, heavy and impressive.
It is in good condition.
Personal collection.

Details

Ethnic group/ culture
Dogon
Country of Origin
Mali
Period
Late 20th century
Material
Wood
Sold with stand
No
Condition
Excellent condition
Title of artwork
Polychrome mask with horns
Height
43 cm
Width
18 cm
Depth
55 cm
Weight
2580 g
Provenance
Private collection
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