19th C. African Dan Wood Kagle Mask
Similar Sale History
View More Items in MasksRelated Masks
More Items in African Masks
View MoreRecommended Art
View MoreItem Details
Description
West Africa, Liberia and Cote d'Ivoire, Dan peoples, ca. 19th to mid-20th century CE. A hand-carved wood kagle or spirit mask featuring an evocative visage comprised of a projecting brow above triangular, openwork eyes, a broad nose, raised cheekbones, and full lips held slightly open, all enveloped in a rich, espresso-hued pigment. Kagle masks are seen as troublemakers within the village, meant to disrupt social festivals with aggression and erraticism. Their true purpose is to teach and reinforce how societal institutions behave when disturbed, relying on discipline and order to preserve their foundations. Size: 4.4" W x 7.9" H (11.2 cm x 20.1 cm); 11.8" H (30 cm) on included custom stand.
Provenance: private New York, New York, USA collection; ex-Marianne Spiegel collection, Park Avenue, New York, USA, 1980s
All items legal to buy/sell under U.S. Statute covering cultural patrimony Code 2600, CHAPTER 14, and are guaranteed to be as described or your money back.
A Certificate of Authenticity will accompany all winning bids.
We ship worldwide to most countries and handle all shipping in-house for your convenience.
#173914
Provenance: private New York, New York, USA collection; ex-Marianne Spiegel collection, Park Avenue, New York, USA, 1980s
All items legal to buy/sell under U.S. Statute covering cultural patrimony Code 2600, CHAPTER 14, and are guaranteed to be as described or your money back.
A Certificate of Authenticity will accompany all winning bids.
We ship worldwide to most countries and handle all shipping in-house for your convenience.
#173914
Condition
Minor area of loss to bottom periphery of verso. A few small chips to left eye and bottom periphery. Two stable fissures with repairs to upper and lower periphery of verso. Some light nicks and abrasions to surface. Otherwise, very nice with rich patina. Old metal nail with wire on verso.
Buyer's Premium
- 26.5%
19th C. African Dan Wood Kagle Mask
Estimate $1,200 - $1,800
1 bidder is watching this item.
Get approved to bid.
Shipping & Pickup Options
Item located in Louisville, CO, usOffers In-House Shipping
Local Pickup Available
Payment
TOP