Masque de démon with outstretched eyes giving it a piercing gaze.
Hardwood, old …

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Masque de démon

with outstretched eyes giving it a piercing gaze. Hardwood, old shiny brown patina in places, marks of use Nepal, Middle Hills 24.5 x 13 cm Provenance: collection of Jean-Pierre CORMERAIS, ethnologist and author of the reference book Les Chemises des Dieux - Univers magique de la peinture Yao, published by White Lotus Press 2011.

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