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Initiation mask - Wood - Punu - Gabon

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Initiation mask - Wood - Punu - Gabon: Stylistic wooden initiation mask from the PUNU tribe, Gabon. PUNU masks are thought to represent ancestors` faces. They are worn during funerals and by a Moukouji initiate who stands on stilts. This m

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Description

Old wooden initiation mask from the PUNU tribe, Gabon.
PUNU masks are thought to represent ancestors` faces. They are worn during funerals and by a Moukouji initiate who stands on stilts. This masks has a realistic, white face with protruding pursed lips, T-shaped nose, globular protruding eyes incised with a curve, high-dome forehead and characteristic ridged high coiffure, which reflect the PUNU women`s style.
Good condition with a beautiful aged patina of age.

Provenance: former private collection from the Netherlands

Object

Initiation Mask

Ethnic group:

Punu

Country:

Gabon

Material:

Wood

Estimated period:

Mid 20th century

Sold with stand:

No

Dimensions:

30x17x12 cm

Weight:

300 gram

Condition:

Good condition, used with some signs of wear

Reserve: $90.00

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