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Description
Burkina Faso, Mossi Peoples, Polychrome Carved Wood Mask (Wan-Pesago), H 19", W 5" | Heavily Stylized Mask with Red, White, And Black Pigment. Features Both Aspects of an Antelope (Horns) And Possibly a Bird (Beak?). the Majority of Mossi Masks Symbolically Depict Totemic Animals Associated with Certain Clans. Features from Different Animals Used in the Mask May Speak to Attributes Associated with Each Animal That the Maker of the Mask Sought to Imbue It With. Provenance: Property from a Bloomfield Township, MI private collection.
Condition
Some overall losses to pigment, but otherwise, no notable merits observed. | Please note all lots show signs of wear commensurate with age and use, and the lack of a statement regarding condition does not imply the lot is in perfect condition or completely free from defects or the effects of aging. Unless otherwise stated, all information provided is the opinion of DuMouchelles' specialists. Should you have any specific questions regarding the condition of this lot, please use the “Request Condition Report” or “Ask a Question” buttons or email conditions@dumoart.com.
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Burkina Faso, Mossi Peoples, Polychrome Carved Wood Mask (Wan-Pesago), H 19", W 5"
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May 2024: Day Two
Detroit, MI, USA
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