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West African horned helmet mask, 20th century.

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West African horned helmet mask, 20th century.

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A helmet mask with four horns. West Africa. 20th century. 16 1/2"h x 16"w x 14"d.
Provenance: Inventory and Collection from the Estate of Merton D. Simpson.
Catalog Notes: Simpson Inventory #6227, Purchased in 1991, asking price $22,000. Helmet masks are quite common in West Africa. Animistic animal representations often manifest themselves in these objects.

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West African horned helmet mask, 20th century.

Name: West African horned helmet mask, 20th century.
SKU: 47936727
Price: 2300 USD
Availability: InStock

Estimate $300 - $500

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