Dance mask - Gabon (No reserve price)

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Kwélé mask from Gabon, attributed to the Kwele people, carved in wood, 60 cm high by 21 cm wide, in good condition with some wear and stains due to age.

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The Kwélé (Kwele) mask is a traditional mask from Central Africa, primarily associated with the Kwele of Gabon, with related groups in the Congo.
Characteristics
Generally carved from wood, often light.
Oval or heart-shaped face.
Narrow or almond-shaped eyes, sometimes highly stylized.
Arched eyebrows and a fine nose.
Some masks feature horns or lateral extensions, reminiscent of the antelope.
Traditional colors may combine white, black, and red.

The Kwélé (Kwele) mask is a traditional mask from Central Africa, primarily associated with the Kwele of Gabon, with related groups in the Congo.
Characteristics
Generally carved from wood, often light.
Oval or heart-shaped face.
Narrow or almond-shaped eyes, sometimes highly stylized.
Arched eyebrows and a fine nose.
Some masks feature horns or lateral extensions, reminiscent of the antelope.
Traditional colors may combine white, black, and red.

Details

Era
1900-2000
Material
Wood
Country of origin
Gabon
Condition
Good condition - used with small signs of aging & blemishes
Height
60 cm
Width
21 cm
FranceVerified
29
Objects sold
Private

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