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1950s Mexican Wood Mask, Day of the Dead

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1950s Mexican Wood Mask, Day of the Dead

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Latin America, Mexico, ca.1950 CE. Almost whimsical carved wooden mask used in the Day of The Dead (Dia de los Muertos) holiday celebrated throughout Mexico. Carved in the form of a human skull with deep sunk eyes, missing nose and toothy smile. Size: 9" H.

Provenance: Ex-private R. Pearson collection, acquired at NYC auction

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Bit of crazing to pigment else excellent

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1950s Mexican Wood Mask, Day of the Dead

Name: 1950s Mexican Wood Mask, Day of the Dead
SKU: 39798271
Price: 325 USD
Availability: InStock

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