Lot 1714

Two African Tribal Masks and One Songye Shield

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Two African Tribal Masks and One Songye Shield

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Description

20th century, Songye, Kifwebe carved wooden mask with striated face; one Iyeba carved Queen Mother pendant mask with sheet copper accents; one carved and painted Songye shield.

This lot to be sold on day 2, Thursday, October 4 (Lots 949-2020)
24 in. (shield)
From the Complete and Important Collection of NOA Living, Raleigh, North Carolina
Additional high-resolution photos are available at LelandLittle.com

Condition

Good with age related wear and chipping; Queen Mother mask has some loose copper

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Two African Tribal Masks and One Songye Shield

Name: Two African Tribal Masks and One Songye Shield
SKU: 65247464
Price: 125 USD
Availability: InStock

Estimate $25 - $25,000

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