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Descrizione : African Tribal Art: Yoruba People, Nigeria: Helmet mask of the Gelede, a men's association honoring the special powers of women. This Gelede mask features the elegantly elongated and stylized head of a Queen. Early 20th Century. Carved wood with brown stained skin and dark-stained coiffure and facial scarification. The finely carved hair retains evidence of blue pigment. Along the bottom rim, the edges of multiple holes are worn smooth from their former attachments. There is a split running up one side. The mask comes with a custom-made steel stand. A comparable mask is shown in African Art In American Collections, Schiffer, page 231, plate 593. Dimensions: 13H x 9W x 18D, 24.5H on stand. (inches) Provenance: From the private collection of Massachusetts Gentlemen. 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
Prezzo: 472.50 USD 🔓Senza carta di credito.
Stima (bassa/alta) : 800 USD-1500 USD 🔓Senza carta di credito.

Il lotto Lotto n° 18
Titolo : Yoruba Queen Helmet Mask
Dimensione : See Description
Provenienza : Private collection.
Note : 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. Minor abrasions and other signs of handling. There is a split on one side of the mask, as can be seen in the photos. The inside shows wood desiccation. 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.
500 Gallery, banditore, Franklin, US 🔓Senza carta di credito.
Titolo di vendita : African Tribal Art
Data della vendita : 19/05/2022 🔓Senza carta di credito.
Riferimento dell'asta : Live Sale

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