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Description : African Tribal Art: Baule People, Cote d'Ivoire: Mbra Cult Monkey Mask, c.1900. The abstracted facial features are smoothed from handling and patinated with the remnants of black and brown coatings. The mask comes with a custom-made wood-and-steel display stand. Monkey masks and other representations of monkeys are intimately associated with the Baule. Their carving is among the most refined and restrained in Africa, and the simplicity and refined rendering of this mask is a fine example of their best craft. Monkey masks are rare among the BAULE, whose Mbra cult includes the creation and veneration of many simian sculptures. According to the Baule, monkeys are the link between civilized world of the village and the dangerous sphere of the wild bush. Dimensions: 10H x 5:W x 6D, 12 H on stand. (inches) Provenance: Private collection. NOTE: Please inspect the photos, which supplement the written description and show the condition of this lot. ***VIDEO: To see a 3D video of this item, copy and paste the link below into your search browser: Provenance: Private Collection, Massachusetts, Private collection, New York Dimensions: See Description
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About the lot N° 25
Title : Baule Mbra Cult Monkey Mask
Size : See Description
Provenance : Private collection.
Notes : NOTE: If documentation is not listed, the lot is sold without documents. Please refer to our Terms and Conditions prior to bidding. Color fidelity of photos presented is not guaranteed. Lack of a condition statement does not imply that a lot is perfect. Please examine photos, read descriptions, and contact the Gallery with any questions prior to bidding. All sales are final. Winning bidders will be sent invoices from our gallery. Credit cards are accepted for invoices under $1000. Higher amounts must be paid by e-check or wire transfer.
Condition report : Good condition with evidence of handling and age. Note: Please inspect the photos, which supplement the written description and show the condition of this lot. NOTE: If documentation is not listed, the lot is sold without documents. Please refer to our Terms and Conditions prior to bidding. Color fidelity of photos presented is not guaranteed. Lack of a condition statement does not imply that a lot is perfect. Please examine photos, read descriptions, and contact the Gallery with any questions prior to bidding. All sales are final. Winning bidders will be sent invoices from our gallery. Credit cards are accepted for invoices under $1000. Higher amounts must be paid by e-check or wire transfer.
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Sale title : African Tribal Art
Sale date : 19 May 2022 It's free to register now to view!
Sale Reference : Live Sale

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