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A Makonde Ceremonial Mask Ex Marshall Mount Collection

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A Makonde Ceremonial Mask Ex Marshall Mount Collection

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A finely carved wooden face mask with a stylized human face and vampire like real teeth fangs, and a well handled surface suggesting years of field use and wear. Makonde peoples, Mozambique, East Africa. The mask measures 10.5 x 7 inches. Provenance: Ex Marshall Mount collection, New York, also a private New York City collection.

Condition

Good, well handled and worn

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A Makonde Ceremonial Mask Ex Marshall Mount Collection

Name: A Makonde Ceremonial Mask Ex Marshall Mount Collection
SKU: 162939788
Price: 1100 USD
Availability: InStock

Estimate $800 - $1,500

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