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Lot 0290: EARLY 20TH C. AFRICAN MAKONDE WOODEN MASK W/ HAIR

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Southern Africa, Mozambique or Tanzania, Makonde peoples, ca. early 20th century CE. A beautiful helmet mask, hand-carved from lightweight wood, depicting a stylized human face with a hollowed-out interior cavity. The intriguing dark painted face presents with a ringed neck base, cupped ears, stylized lips, a broad nose with flattened nostrils, and slender eyes recessed beneath plateaued brows. The helmet has inserts resembling human hair and beard. Antique Ethnographic Art and Tribal Collectibles.

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Overall good antique condition. Signs of wear and Age. Refer to photos. Sold as is.
11 x 7 x 9 in. All measurements are approximate.

Estimate $100.00-$150.00

Winning Bid $70.00