Masque showing a face with an intense expression and almond-shaped eyes.
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Masque

showing a face with an intense expression and almond-shaped eyes. Hardwood, old shiny brown patina in places, marks of use Nepal 27.5 x 20 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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