Mask - Gabon (No reserve price)

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Peigne africain Fang, a wooden comb from Gabon, linked to the Fang culture, acquired from a private collection in 1932.

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Fang African comb

African tribal art proves to us once again that any ordinary object can become an artistic support. In African art, any everyday object can transform into a masterpiece while retaining its usefulness. The major role played by women in the political life of the kingdom is illustrated by the recurrence of the female motif in Fang art. This Gabonese magnificent Fang mask from Gabon

Fang African comb

African tribal art proves to us once again that any ordinary object can become an artistic support. In African art, any everyday object can transform into a masterpiece while retaining its usefulness. The major role played by women in the political life of the kingdom is illustrated by the recurrence of the female motif in Fang art. This Gabonese magnificent Fang mask from Gabon

Details

Era
Before 1400
Culture
Ancient Asian
Century/timeframe
1900-200
Material
Wood
Acquired from
Private collection
Country of origin
Gabon
Year acquired
1932
Condition
As new - unused
Country acquired from
Africa
Previous owner acquired from
Private collection
Previous owner - year acquired
1910
Previous owner - country acquired from
Africa
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