Janus- Helm-Masker - Gabon

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Description from the seller

These original, beautiful, and well-preserved wooden JANUS helmet mask originates from the Gabon region and was used by the Fang people. The mask is also known as Ngontang and weighs 1450 grams; it is supplied with a handsome heavy approx. 1800 grams black console. The dimensions without the console are H 400 mm, W 200 mm. The package, weighing about 4050 grams, is well packed and will be shipped by PostNL.

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Country of Origin

Gabon

Material

Wood

Sold with stand

Yes

Condition

Good condition

Title of artwork

Janus- Helm-Masker

Height

40 cm

Width

20 cm

Depth

20 cm

Weight

5069 g

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Jopielooij

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