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Lovely old Dan African Mask with braided Hair

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Lovely old Dan African Mask with braided Hair

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Description

This is a fine and elegant example of dance mask from the Northern Dan peoples of Cote De Ivorie, West Africa. Carved wood with large open eyes and delicate facial features, most notably the lips which were painted red. The Mask features an elaborate woven rope coiffure and shows signs of wear and handling, suggesting some field use. The mask measures 9 x 6 inches ( 15 inches tall if you measure the woven hair.)** We photograph everything on a display stand, however in this case ~There is not display stand included with this lot, One can be supplied to you for an additional $30.00

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Overall Good, well worn

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Lovely old Dan African Mask with braided Hair

Name: Lovely old Dan African Mask with braided Hair
SKU: 58988413
Price: 60 USD
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Estimate $500 - $800

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