Voorouderfiguur - Giftand - Gabon (Zonder Minimumprijs)
Nr. 83536061
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€ 7
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Tribaal masker - Giftand - Gabon - Manfred Schäfer-collectie (Zonder Minimumprijs)
Beautiful mask from the NGIL society from the FANG tribe of Gabon.
This mask was carved in a sublime and rustic style. With a long nose and a mouth all under the mask, half-rounded eyes. The mask is covered with a kaolin layer.
These masks were used by the male NGIL society that no longer exists today. This secret society was responsible for the initiation and they fought against witchcraft. The Ngil had a ritual purifying fire symbolized by the gorilla.
The mask is in good condition with a beautiful patina.
Provenance: Manfred Schäfer collection, ex- gallery owner from Ulm, Germany.
Including professional custom made stand.
Fully insured shipping within 24 hours after the payment is received with signature on arrival.
May as well be viewed at the Asian African Art Gallery in Vessem (NL).
Nr. 83536061
Verkocht
Tribaal masker - Giftand - Gabon - Manfred Schäfer-collectie (Zonder Minimumprijs)
Beautiful mask from the NGIL society from the FANG tribe of Gabon.
This mask was carved in a sublime and rustic style. With a long nose and a mouth all under the mask, half-rounded eyes. The mask is covered with a kaolin layer.
These masks were used by the male NGIL society that no longer exists today. This secret society was responsible for the initiation and they fought against witchcraft. The Ngil had a ritual purifying fire symbolized by the gorilla.
The mask is in good condition with a beautiful patina.
Provenance: Manfred Schäfer collection, ex- gallery owner from Ulm, Germany.
Including professional custom made stand.
Fully insured shipping within 24 hours after the payment is received with signature on arrival.
May as well be viewed at the Asian African Art Gallery in Vessem (NL).
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