Mask - Mali
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Selected by Julien Gauthier
A decade of experience in historical arms, armour, and African art.
Estimate € 300 - € 380
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Bamana mask, wood, Mali, Bamana culture, from a private collection; dating to 1950–1960; height 25 cm; condition: good with some wear and stains due to age.
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Description from the seller
This facial mask is a fascinating testament to the stylistic rigor and spiritual depth of the Bamana (Bambara) people of Mali. Characterized by clean lines and strong geometry, the work presents a perfect balance between abstraction and figuration. The surface is coated with a beautiful patina of use, whose dark tones and silky polish bear witness to long and respectful ritual handling. The nobility of the forehead and the linearity of the profile perfectly illustrate the aesthetic canons of the Sudanese savannah, where the mask serves as a mediator during agrarian rites or initiation society ceremonies. A piece of great sobriety, capturing the essence of Malian art.
Provenance & Services
Collection: This piece is part of a private collection managed with passion and rigor for several decades.
Expédition: The item will be packed with the utmost care and shipped promptly to ensure a smooth, worry-free receipt.
Mots-clés / Keywords
African art, African art, African art, tribal art, Bamana, Mask, Mask, Mali
This facial mask is a fascinating testament to the stylistic rigor and spiritual depth of the Bamana (Bambara) people of Mali. Characterized by clean lines and strong geometry, the work presents a perfect balance between abstraction and figuration. The surface is coated with a beautiful patina of use, whose dark tones and silky polish bear witness to long and respectful ritual handling. The nobility of the forehead and the linearity of the profile perfectly illustrate the aesthetic canons of the Sudanese savannah, where the mask serves as a mediator during agrarian rites or initiation society ceremonies. A piece of great sobriety, capturing the essence of Malian art.
Provenance & Services
Collection: This piece is part of a private collection managed with passion and rigor for several decades.
Expédition: The item will be packed with the utmost care and shipped promptly to ensure a smooth, worry-free receipt.
Mots-clés / Keywords
African art, African art, African art, tribal art, Bamana, Mask, Mask, Mali
Details
Era
1900-2000
Material
Wood
Country of origin
Mali
Condition
Good condition - used with small signs of aging & blemishes
Height
25 cm
Indigenous object name
Bamana mask - African art - African art
Sold with stand
No
Estimated period
1950-1960
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