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Abstract Old Kwele ceremonial Mask Ex Dannenburg Collection

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Abstract Old Kwele ceremonial Mask Ex Dannenburg Collection

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Description

A wonderfully abstract oval shaped mask with 6 carved eyes, long snout and well worn surface. Such masks were used by the Kwele peoples during Bwete rituals which involved ingesting psychoactive plants such as Iboga root The mask measures 13.5 x 7.75 inches. The mask will include a custom hanging display stand. Provenance: Ex Dannenberg collection, New York, also a private New Jersey collection.

Condition

Good, very well handled and worn

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Abstract Old Kwele ceremonial Mask Ex Dannenburg Collection

Name: Abstract Old Kwele ceremonial Mask Ex Dannenburg Collection
SKU: 168547329
Price: 450 USD
Availability: InStock

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