A Fine Old Punu Mask Ex Roger Perriard Collection
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A carved wooden dance mask in classic style, heavy kaolin clay pigments, scar designs carved in relief, tall central crest coiffure and well handled edges. Such masks were worn by male performers of a stilt dance called "mukudj," which involved towering impressively while executing complex choreography and astonishing feats of acrobatics. Punu peoples, Gabon, Africa. This mask measures 15 inches tall , 24 inches tall on high quality professional display stand. Provenance: Ex Roger Perriard Collection, Paris France.
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Good, well handled
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A Fine Old Punu Mask Ex Roger Perriard Collection
Estimate $1,000 - $2,000
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