(lot of 6) African tribal objects, highlights include: (1) bronze face mask, Baule peoples, Ivory Coast, West Africa, with birds and serpents, approx 8"h, 5.5"w, (1) bronze "manilla" currency bracelet, West Africa, (1) forged iron face mask, Dogon peoples, Mali, West Africa, highly oxidized, approx 10.5"h, 5.75"w; 5lbs total **Provenance: From the estate of Ali A. Abssi (1934-2020) and Florence Hall Abssi (1919-2014), founders of the Ishtar Gate Gallery in the prestigious Houston Galleria. They were world travelers and dealers of eclectic art, jewelry, antiquities, and gems. Their friends, acquaintances, and customers included people from all continents, including sheiks, prime ministers, royals, business leaders, politicians, and oil magnates. Florence was also a published author.** Start Price: $50.00

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