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A Rare Field Used Chewa African mask

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Item Details

Description

A carved wooden mask with a mass of woven grass and textile regalia attached as a headdress, green painted wood with energetic facial features and attached animal hide. Chewa peoples, Malawi, Africa. The mask measures 11 x 8 inches ( 18 inches with regalia) Provenance: Ex. Dr. Michael w Conner, IL, USA. A metal display stand can be included for an additional $35.00

Condition

fair, very well weathered and worn, regalia is tattered.

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A Rare Field Used Chewa African mask

Name: A Rare Field Used Chewa African mask
SKU: 77425676
Price: 220 USD
Availability: InStock

Estimate $300 - $500

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