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Description : Africa, Ivory Coast / Ghana, ca. early 20th century CE. A finely carved wooden mask created by the Ligbi peoples for the 'do' or 'lo' - a vibrant form of masquerade dancing. The mask presents both zoomorphic and anthropomorphic traits with rectangular eye and mouth slits, a relatively naturalistic nose in high relief, scarification marks upon the cheeks, forehead, and flanking the mouth, incised cross-hatching over the forehead, and spiraling horns rising from the head. Although this custom of the do/lo is on the decline, it is still practiced on significant Islamic holidays such as the end of Ramadan. Following the fasting period, a feast occurs for several days and masked dancers are accompanied by singing and drum playing to express their jubilation. Size: 12.5 H (31.8 cm), 17.125 H (43.5 cm) on included custom stand. Provenance: private New York, New York, USA collection, ex-Pierre Valmont collection, Nimes, France All items legal to buy/sell under U.S. Statute covering cultural patrimony Code 2600, CHAPTER 14, and are guaranteed to be as described or your money back. A Certificate of Authenticity will accompany all winning bids. We ship worldwide and handle all shipping in-house for your convenience. #140395
Prix: 1 867.50 USD 🔓Accès libre sans carte bancaire.
Estimations(basse-haute) : 2500 USD-3500 USD 🔓Accès libre sans carte bancaire.

À propos du lot n° 107
Titre : Important Early 20Th C. African Ligbi Wood Mask
Dimensions : Unknown
Condition report : Perforations to either side of head indicate missing lateral wings. Scuffs to tip of nose and other high-pointed areas. Otherwise excellent with wonderful lustrous patina.
Artemis Gallery, Salle de vente , Louisville, US 🔓Accès libre sans carte bancaire.
Titre de la vente : Ancient / Ethnographic From Around The World
Date de la vente : 04/04/2019 🔓Accès libre sans carte bancaire.
Référence de l'enchère : Live Sale

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