Dance mask - Gabon (No reserve price)

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Masque Fang, a wooden mask from Gabon used by the Fang people, 36 cm high by 20 cm wide, in good condition with some age-related wear.

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Fang mask is a traditional object associated with the Fang people of Central Africa, notably in Gabon, but also in Cameroon and Equatorial Guinea.
Characteristics
A face that is generally elongated, with a high forehead.
Eyes often narrow or slit-like, giving a concentrated expression.
Nose and mouth stylized.
Sculpture usually made of wood, sometimes covered with light pigments.

Fang mask is a traditional object associated with the Fang people of Central Africa, notably in Gabon, but also in Cameroon and Equatorial Guinea.
Characteristics
A face that is generally elongated, with a high forehead.
Eyes often narrow or slit-like, giving a concentrated expression.
Nose and mouth stylized.
Sculpture usually made of wood, sometimes covered with light pigments.

Details

Era
1900-2000
Material
Wood
Country of origin
Gabon
Condition
Good condition - used with small signs of aging & blemishes
Height
36 cm
Width
20 cm
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Objects sold
Private

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