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Weathered Archaic Bambara Wood Mask Fragment, Mali, Africa, Early 20th C.
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Add a piece of African history to your home. This is large and evocative of ancient times and ceremonies. Weathered wood mask fragment, Bambara people, Mali, Africa, late 19th-early 20th century. A powerful fragment showing the effects of age and time. The surface is weathered and worn, the eye holes enlarged beyond the original carving, but having a strong timeless presence. On a custom metal base.
Provenance:
ex- Tom Slater collection
ex - private collection, Chicago
ex- private collection CA.
Mask is 14 3/4 x 7 x 5 1/2 inches. On stand as shown 19 inches high.
color is most accurate in the still images.
- Dimensions:Height: 14.75 in (37.47 cm)Width: 7 in (17.78 cm)Depth: 5.5 in (13.97 cm)
- Style:Tribal (In the Style Of)
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- Date of Manufacture:Early 20th Century
- Condition:Wear consistent with age and use. Minor losses. Minor structural damages. Minor fading.
- Seller Location:Point Richmond, CA
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