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Early 20th C. Pair African Dan Wood Passport Maskettes

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Early 20th C. Pair African Dan Wood Passport Maskettes

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**Originally Listed At $150**

Western Africa, Liberia and Côte d'Ivoire, Dan peoples, ca. early to mid-20th century. A pair of wooden passport masks, made to be carried by people as miniature copies of a mask worn during performances; they were either sewn onto a piece of cloth and kept in a leather pouch, worn on the small of the back, or worn on the arm or neck to act as an amulet. They are called "passport masks" because they are worn by people when travelling. Each is made of dark wood; in characteristic style, the eye area is sunken while the forehead and chin thrust outwards. Size of largest: 1.45" W x 3" H (3.7 cm x 7.6 cm)

Provenance: ex Adeon Gallery, Chicago, Illinois, USA, acquired prior to 1970

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Condition

Both have surface wear as shown; the largest has some inactive insect damage on the forehead. Patina from age and handling.

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Early 20th C. Pair African Dan Wood Passport Maskettes

Name: Early 20th C. Pair African Dan Wood Passport Maskettes
SKU: 68458786
Price: 150 USD
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