Masque with a rectangular face and angry expression. The forehead is embellished…

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Masque

with a rectangular face and angry expression. The forehead is embellished with striations. Hardwood, reddish-brown patina, natural pigments, old wear marks Highlands region, Nepal 27 x 18.5 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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BAOULE, IVORY COAST. Weaving loom stirrup. With its schematized features, the face of this zoomorphic figure presents a profound expression of serenity, rendered by its large, closed eyelids, magnified by fine eyebrow arches linked to a long, slender nose. The face leans back slightly, the small rectangular mouth hollowed out, reinforcing the impression of deep sleep. The figure's forehead has a light, honey-brown patina, attesting to the multiple rubs. The entire stylized body is decorated with engraved geometric motifs. Wood, plant fibers, iron. Height 21 - Width 8 cm Base: Height 4.5 - L. 4.5 - W. 10 cm Provenance: Claude Ferrand surrealist collection. Expert: Madame Aurore Krier-Mariani.

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