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Dance mask showing a face with a lunar expression, closed eyes and rounded forehead. Wood, old patina and numerous marks of use We, Republic of Côte d'Ivoire

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Dance mask showing a face with a lunar expression, closed eyes and rounded forehead. Wood, old patina and numerous marks of use We, Republic of Côte d'Ivoire

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Estim. 300 - 500 EUR

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WE, SOUTHEASTERN REPUBLIC OF CÔTE D'IVOIRE Very old dance mask showing a face with a playful expression, projecting half-closed eyes and a rounded forehead. Hardwood, old honey-brown patina. Marks of use. H. 26 cm ; L. 17 cm. Provenance: acquired by its current owner from Galerie Gregory Chesne-Sculptures du Passé, Lyon, November 12, 2007.

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Estim. 1 500 - 2 000 EUR

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