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A Makonde Lipico Mask with Lip Plug
A Makonde Lipico Mask with Lip Plug
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A very well handled and field used mask with a large lip plug, ears pierced for rings, painted black coiffure and an undeniable well handled and worn surface patina suggesting ceremonial use. An excellent old example showing traditional tribal body modification.Makonde peoples, Mozambique, Africa. Provenance: The Robert Banks collection, Maryland.The mask measures 11 inches tall. X 8.55 inches wide. ( 18 inches tall on professional custom display stand which is included.
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