Belly Mask - Wood - Makondé - Tanzania
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Wonderful ancient wooden belly mask from the MAKONDE people of Tanzania.
This kind of masks symbolize fertility and are also thought to be worn during boys initiation ceremonies. Good used condition with traces of wear and tear. Beautiful aged belly mask with a great patina.
Object: Belly mask
Ethnic group/ culture: Punu
Region/ country: Gabon
Material: Wood
Period: 2nd half 20th century
Condition: Good
Sold with stand: No
Dimensions: 43×18×11 cm
Weight: 900 g
Reserve: $150.00
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This kind of masks symbolize fertility and are also thought to be worn during boys initiation ceremonies. Good used condition with traces of wear and tear. Beautiful aged belly mask with a great patina.
Object: Belly mask
Ethnic group/ culture: Punu
Region/ country: Gabon
Material: Wood
Period: 2nd half 20th century
Condition: Good
Sold with stand: No
Dimensions: 43×18×11 cm
Weight: 900 g
Reserve: $150.00
Shipping:
Your purchase is protected:
Photos, descriptions, and estimates were prepared with the utmost care by a fully certified expert and appraiser. All items in this sale are guaranteed authentic.
In the rare event that the item did not conform to the lot description in the sale, Jasper52 specialists are here to help. Buyers may return the item for a full refund provided you notify Jasper52 within 5 days of receiving the item.
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Belly Mask - Wood - Makondé - Tanzania
Estimate $200 - $250
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