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Rare Nepal Fungus mask, Rai peoples, Middle Hills Nepal

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Rare Nepal Fungus mask, Rai peoples, Middle Hills Nepal

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A Very rare old Fungus mask created by The Raï people, who are known for making shamanic and house protective masks from the parasitic arboreal mushroom, Fomes fomentarius also known as tinder fungus. Middle Hills, Nepal. The mask measures 7.25 x 5.25 inches. Provenance: - Ex. Joseph Gerena, NYC. 1990.

Condition

fair, weathered

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Rare Nepal Fungus mask, Rai peoples, Middle Hills Nepal

Name: Rare Nepal Fungus mask, Rai peoples, Middle Hills Nepal
SKU: 87864459
Price: 1100 USD
Availability: InStock

Estimate $500 - $800

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