Julien Gauthier

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Benin
Fon Culture
Monkey mask
Wood
Height 21 cm

Captivating Fon mask from Benin. It represents a monkey with a powerful and aggressive face. Its gaze is piercing and emphatic. It shows its teeth in a defiant pose. It is an animated work; a special energy emanates from this mask. It is covered with several layers of old paint. Beautiful patina. Some wear, sold as is, see photos. The photos are part of the description. A beautiful antique and authentic collectible piece, circa 1960.

Bénin
Culture Fon
Masque singe
Bois 
H.21 cm

Captivant masque Fon du Bénin. Il représente un singe au visage puissant et agressif. Son regard est perçant et appuyé. Il nous montre ses dents dans une position de défi. C'est une ouvre animé, il se dégage une force spécial de ce masque. Il est recouvert de plusieurs couches de peintures anciennes. Belle patine. Quelques accidents, vendu en l'état, voir photos. Les photos font parties de la déscription. Une belle pièce de collection ancienne et authentique, circa 1960.




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Monkey mask - Fon - Benin

Mid 20th century - Wood - Fair condition

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Masque singe, a 21 cm high wooden mask from the Fon culture in Benin, dating to the mid-20th century, authentic original, in fair condition and sold with a stand.

Monkey mask - Fon - Benin

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Masque singe, a 21 cm high wooden mask from the Fon culture in Benin, dating to the mid-20th century, authentic original, in fair condition and sold with a stand.

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