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A beautiful African wood mask, Fang culture

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A beautiful African wood mask, Fang culture

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A beautiful African wood mask, Fang culture, Republic of Congo, in the form of a man with elongated face, inverted crescent-shaped eyes, slender nose and down-turned mouth. The surfaces are coated white with kaolin. 15 ½ x 7 in (39.2 x 17.8 cm). A lovely example with custom metal stand. Ex New York private collection.

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A beautiful African wood mask, Fang culture

Name: A beautiful African wood mask, Fang culture
SKU: 90147560
Price: 450 USD
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Estimate $250 - $350

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