Mask - Bambara - Mali - Masque Marka, 37 cm
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Masque Marka, a Bambara wooden mask from Mali, with brass metal plates, 37 cm high and 14 cm wide, collected in 1960 in situ, in good condition with age-related wear and stains, sold without a stand.
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Magnificent old Bambara mask (Mali).
Wooden mask covered with metal blades mounted on a metal base.
Elongated form; its face covered with copper-toned metal blades.
This mask has a beautiful patina acquired with age and would make an excellent addition to any tribal art collection or a striking standalone accent piece.
Generally, Bambara African masks are carved by blacksmiths who live in castes.
Country: Mali
Ethnicity: Bambara
Age: collected in 1960 in situ
Sold without a base
Height: 37 cm
Length: 14 cm
Thickness: 12 cm
This is an exceptional and unique piece.
Bring an ethnic touch to your decor with this mask rich in history.
Immediate shipping, custom packaging, support 24/7.
The weight is provided as an indication to estimate shipping costs, which include packaging, handling and service.
Magnificent old Bambara mask (Mali).
Wooden mask covered with metal blades mounted on a metal base.
Elongated form; its face covered with copper-toned metal blades.
This mask has a beautiful patina acquired with age and would make an excellent addition to any tribal art collection or a striking standalone accent piece.
Generally, Bambara African masks are carved by blacksmiths who live in castes.
Country: Mali
Ethnicity: Bambara
Age: collected in 1960 in situ
Sold without a base
Height: 37 cm
Length: 14 cm
Thickness: 12 cm
This is an exceptional and unique piece.
Bring an ethnic touch to your decor with this mask rich in history.
Immediate shipping, custom packaging, support 24/7.
The weight is provided as an indication to estimate shipping costs, which include packaging, handling and service.
Details
Era
1900-2000
Number of objects
1
Material
Brass, Wood
Country of origin
Mali
Condition
Good condition - used with small signs of aging & blemishes
Ethnic group/culture
Bambara
Height
37 cm
Width
14 cm
Sold with stand
No
Weight
7 kg
Estimated period
1950-1960
Title additional information
Masque Marka, 37 cm
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