20th C. Michoacan Negrito Wood Mask with Mustache
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Latin America, Mexico, Michoacan, 20th century CE. This is a handcarved and painted black wooden mask with the nose as a separate attachment. It also has animal skin sideburns. This mask is from the Dance Negritos, a traditional dance that takes place every year from December 24 to February 2. The dance honors the memory of the people of African descent who were brought to the New World as slaves by colonial powers. Size: 5.5" L x 7.5" W x 9.25" H (14 cm x 19 cm x 23.5 cm).
Provenance: Ex-private A. Carmichael collection, New Orleans, acquired in Mexico City in 1980.
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Provenance: Ex-private A. Carmichael collection, New Orleans, acquired in Mexico City in 1980.
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 and handle all shipping in-house for your convenience.
#111162
Condition
Intact and excellent overall with some cracking and wear.
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20th C. Michoacan Negrito Wood Mask with Mustache
Estimate $150 - $225
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