Masque de danse

showing a face with half-closed eyes and half-open mouth, the forehead delimited by a median ridge Wood, white pigments, old brown patina and internal wear marks, cowrie shells and fabric Dan, Republic of Côte d'Ivoire 28 x 22 cm Unmounted Provenance: Collection of Madame Jacqueline Vallotton, acquired in the 1970s from auction houses and specialized dealers.

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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.

Lot 250

Estim. 3 500 - 4 500 EUR

BASHILÉLÉ, DEMOCRATIC REPUBLIC OF THE CONGO Rare and very old dance mask featuring a face with half-closed eyes sculpted in relief, giving it an interiorized look. The chin is symbolically carved with a closed hand, a symbol of power associated with a clan chief. Hardwood, old honey-brown patina, significant internal wear marks. Provenance: Michel Koenig, Brussels, 1970s.

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