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Rare old DAN Bassa Janus headdress , African Tribal Art

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Rare old DAN Bassa Janus headdress , African Tribal Art

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This is a rare old wooden sculpture from the DAN Bassa ethnic group, Ivory Coast/ Liberia, Africa. Carved in the Janus style with two classic mask like faces , inset metal teeth, and tall conical hat, on hour-glass shaped base.Condition Report: Two stress fractures, wear and minor decay.Provenance: Ex Steve Tobin Collection, PennsylvaniaDimensions: 24 inches tallDate: Mid 20th century

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Two Stress fractures, well worn, obvious use and decay.

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Rare old DAN Bassa Janus headdress , African Tribal Art

Name: Rare old DAN Bassa Janus headdress , African Tribal Art
SKU: 33137370
Price: 200 USD
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