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Antique & Vintage African Tribal Art

Thu, Apr 28, 2022 05:30PM EDT
Lot 77

Crest Mask w/Snake, Mossi, Burkina Faso

Estimate: $400 - $600

Bid Increments

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$500 $50
$1,000 $100
$2,000 $250
$5,000 $500
$20,000 $1,000
$50,000 $2,500
$100,000 $5,000
African Tribal Art: Mossi People, Burkina Faso: Helmet/Crest Mask with Snake, late 19th/Early 20th Century. Extremely worn, patinated surface, incised with geometric designs, showing traces of pigments.

Provenance: Private Collection, Massachusetts, Private collection, New York

Dimensions: 26" x 6.5" x 5.75"

Condition

Fair. aged condition with evidence of handling and use, including abrasions, pigment loss and a minor wood loss on the lower rim. Please inspect the photos and videos, which supplement the written description and show the condition of this lot.

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