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201 - A very large chrome-plated metal button. An exact reproduction of a Wè mask
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€800 - 1,000Sale fees
A very large chrome-plated metal button. An exact reproduction of a Wè mask from Côte d’Ivoire, from the Dapper Foundation’s collection. This mask came from the collection of Paul Guillaume, who was the first person in Paris to showcase African art in exhibitions, one of which took place in a gallery located in the backyard of the mansion belonging to fashion designer and patron Paul Poiret. Guillaume and Poiret were friends. Poiret loved masks; he is known to have owned a pair of shoes with mask-shaped buckles. It was in this context that this mask-shaped button was created, likely for a collection by Paul Poiret. Circa 1915. Diameter: 7 cm. (Thanks to Bernard Dulon for his help in identifying this button)
Auction details
Button Frenzy; Loïc Allio CollectionAuction house
Artello Enchères +33 9 83 30 68 14 contact@artelloencheres.comDelivery is optional. You can use the carrier of your choice. The stated price does not include the lot price or the auction house fees.