![A BRONZE BHUTA RITUAL MASK OF SHIVA, TULU NADU REGION, 19TH CENTURY: A BRONZE BHUTA RITUAL MASK OF SHIVA, TULU NADU REGION, 19TH CENTURY Western India, Karnataka. The face with a parted grin baring fangs, a twirled mustache, large bulging eyes with incised and pierced](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/2748/331488/178781212_1_x.jpg?height=310&quality=70&version=1716989988)
Masks
![A BRONZE BHUTA RITUAL MASK OF SHIVA, TULU NADU REGION, 19TH CENTURY: A BRONZE BHUTA RITUAL MASK OF SHIVA, TULU NADU REGION, 19TH CENTURY Western India, Karnataka. The face with a parted grin baring fangs, a twirled mustache, large bulging eyes with incised and pierced](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/2748/331488/178781212_1_x.jpg?height=310&quality=70&version=1716989988)
![A Mwana Pwo mask of the Chokwe in Mozambique, 20th century: A Mwana Pwo mask of the Chokwe in Mozambique, 20th centuryAus Holz geschnitzte Maske der Chokwe mit schöner Holzpatina, sehr dekoratives Exemplar. Ausdrucksstarkes Gesicht mit stammestypischer Stirns](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/482/332826/179706851_1_x.jpg?height=310&quality=70&version=1718214620)
![Gabon - Adouma mask, first half of the 20th century.: Gabon - Adouma mask, first half of the 20th century. - Weight: 1.84 kg - Shipping unavailable - Region: Afrique - Sizes: H 500MM X L 220MM SUR SOCLE / H 320MM X L 220MM - At first glance: good conditi](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/7501/331835/179138148_1_x.jpg?height=310&quality=70&version=1717660626)
![China - Nuo theatrical ritual exorcism mask in polychrome wood, 18th century.: China - Exorcism mask from the Nuo theatrical ritual (meaning to drive out demons) in polychrome carved wood, 18th century. - Weight: 1.31 kg - Shipping available - Region: Chine - Sizes: H 410MM X L](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/7501/331835/179137591_1_x.jpg?height=310&quality=70&version=1717660626)
![A CLOISONNE ENAMEL TRIPOD BASIN, QING DYNASTY: A CLOISONNE ENAMEL TRIPOD BASIN, QING DYNASTY China, 1644-1912. The deep rounded sides supported on three cabriole legs decorated with beast masks, the sides set with two gilt lion masks suspending lo](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/2748/331488/178781008_1_x.jpg?height=310&quality=70&version=1716989988)
![Two Roman mirror-like yoke fittings with Eros on panther and satyr mask, bronze, late 1st - mid-3rd: Two Roman mirror-like yoke fittings with Eros on panther and satyr mask, bronze, late 1st - mid-3rd century A.D.Two yoke fittings from the harness of a Roman chariot. Rectangular base plate, hollow at](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/482/332826/179706499_1_x.jpg?height=310&quality=70&version=1718214620)
![Hand carved and painted Asian wood mask in as found condition.: Hand carved and painted Asian wood mask in as found condition.](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/7595/332878/179682019_1_x.jpg?height=310&quality=70&version=1717995732)
![Zansky (American) Pair of Masquerade Pottery Sculptural Masks: DESCRIPTION: Two studio pottery masquerade masks, by Zansky, each sporting exaggerated lips, eyelashes, and nose: one full of birds, flowers, fruits, and foliage and coated in a grey matte glaze with](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/1373/333356/179999601_1_x.jpg?height=310&quality=70&version=1718316287)
![Antique Ceremonial Mask. Tharu People, Nepal.: Antique Ceremonial Mask. Tharu People, Nepal. Native to the Southern Himalayas, the Tharu are devout Hindus, globally renowned for their skill as mask-carvers. Measures approx. 10.5" X 8". Pl](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/6247/331432/179785125_1_x.jpg?height=310&quality=70&version=1718133241)
![Antique Ceremonial Mask. Tharu People, Nepal.: Antique Ceremonial Mask. Tharu People, Nepal. Native to the Southern Himalayas, the Tharu are devout Hindus, globally renowned for their skill as mask-carvers. Measures approx. 11" X 8.5" Ple](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/6247/331432/179785115_1_x.jpg?height=310&quality=70&version=1718133242)
![Indonesian Lombok Island Carved Painted Wood Mask: Indonesian Lombok Island Carved and Painted Wood Mask, depicting male face in smoothly polished wood with lizard and dog markings to cheeks and forehead and closed eyes. 13.25" x 7.5" W x 1.5" D. Prov](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/5649/333144/179840163_1_x.jpg?height=310&quality=70&version=1718227312)
![Indonesian Carved Wood and Rattan Masks, Pair: Pair of Indonesian Carved Wood and Rattan Masks, wood base with rattan edging, protruding male faces with closed eyes. Larger: 11" H x 8.5" W x 2.5" D. Provenance: From a Manhattan Collector. Keywords](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/5649/333144/179840162_1_x.jpg?height=310&quality=70&version=1718227312)
![Dance mask - Idoma - Nigeria: The Idoma give their ancestors an important place in everyday life. The resurrection of the dead is an important part of their religion and the cult of the spirits of nature. Dim: 32 x 20 x 16 cm, sta](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/5584/333054/179990792_1_x.jpg?height=310&quality=70&version=1718311143)
![Mask - Wood - Dan - Ivory Coast: Authentic Dan mask in a very expressive design. The Dan style is quite evident, with slith eyes and large bulging mouth Good condition with a beautiful aged patina on the wood. The border between Cote](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/5584/333054/179795081_1_x.jpg?height=310&quality=70&version=1718195568)
![Mask - Wood - Yoruba - Nigeria: Beautiful mask from the Yoruba tribe of Nigeria. Gelede Masks, are according to the Society of African Missions (SMA) To Protect Man from Witches. Gelede masks are worn by men, but may portray a wide](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/5584/333054/179795068_1_x.jpg?height=310&quality=70&version=1718195568)
![Mwana Pwo mask - Chokwe - Angola: This mask is from the Chokwe people in central Angola, parts of the Democratic Republic of Congo and Zambia. These masks were used during Munkanda initiation sites for young boys who were prepared/tra](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/5584/333054/179795047_1_x.jpg?height=310&quality=70&version=1718195568)
![Mask - Wood - Galoa - Gabon: Superb, “Galoa Mask” from Gabon. Masks, among the Galoa, are used for important initiation rites, funerals or for the birth of twins; This Galoa mask with graphic lines is identifiable by](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/5584/333054/179794993_1_x.jpg?height=310&quality=70&version=1718195568)
![Initiation mask - Wood - Lwalwa - Congo: Great wooden African mask from the LWALWA tribe of D.R. Congo. LWALWA carvers are famous for their masks which are worn during initiation dances, funerals and to bring good fortune to the tribe. The L](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/5584/333054/179794991_1_x.jpg?height=310&quality=70&version=1718195568)
![Ge Gon Mask - Wood, Textile - Dan - Ivory Coast: Beautiful old wooden Ge Gon / bird mask from the DAN people of Ivory Coast. The hornbill plays a central role in the ancient mythology of the DAN. Unlike for the northern DAN groups (Kono, Kpelle, Man](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/5584/333054/179794962_1_x.jpg?height=310&quality=70&version=1718195568)
![Initiation mask - Wood - Bembe - Congo: Fine face mask from the BEMBE tribe, former Belgian Congo. This type of mask were worn during the initiation proces. In Bwami society during circumcision ceremonies, flat face masks are worn, showing](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/5584/333054/179795100_1_x.jpg?height=310&quality=70&version=1718195568)
![Chihongo Mask - Raphia, Wood - Chokwe - DR Congo: Beautifull stylistic Chihongo mask from the CHOKWE tribe, Angola. The most popular and best-known entertainment masks are Chihongo, spirit of wealth, and pwo, his consort. Gaunt features, sunken cheek](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/5584/333054/179795096_1_x.jpg?height=310&quality=70&version=1718195568)
![AN ANCIENT JADE MASK.: Ancient Jade Mask.](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/8258/332917/179704371_1_x.jpg?height=310&quality=70&version=1718041681)
![Buffalo Mask - Wood - Mama - Nigeria: Fine expressive African wooden mask of the Nigerian MAMA tribe. The Mama live on the plateaus of northern Nigeria, extending from the present-day state of Ebbi to the Cameroon border. Difficulty acces](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/5584/333054/179795080_1_x.jpg?height=310&quality=70&version=1718195568)
![Mask - Wood - Tabwa - Congo: Powerful Tabwa mask from DR Congo. Apart from the well known bushcow masks, the Tabwa have also, though in a small number, produced other types of masks, among which is the present example. Striking f](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/5584/333054/179795061_1_x.jpg?height=310&quality=70&version=1718195568)
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![Olmec masks reveal an ancient Central American culture](https://www.liveauctioneers.com/news/wp-content/uploads/2021/11/large-jade-1.png)
Olmec masks reveal an ancient Central American culture
NEW YORK — The Olmec people are believed to be the earliest civilization in Central America, and they lived from about 1200 to 400 BCE in what is now Mexico. They were masters of stonework, and their mask sculptures rank among their most compelling artworks. Although some Olmec masks were worn over the face, most […]
![Tribal masks embody African art auction Oct. 2](https://www.liveauctioneers.com/news/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/47944668_1_x-FEAT.jpg)
Tribal masks embody African art auction Oct. 2
NEW YORK – The many faces of tribal Africa are mirrored in a Jasper52 auction to be held Sunday, Oct. 2. The African art auction is composed of more than 40 tribal masks and complemented by related items.
![Native American masks sold in France despite protests](https://www.liveauctioneers.com/news/wp-content/uploads/2013/04/2013_0403_ParisAuction_lead.jpg)
Native American masks sold in France despite protests
PARIS (AFP) – Some 250 sacred Native American, Eskimo andpre-Colombian artifacts went under the hammer in France on Monday despite strong opposition from the Navajo and Hopi tribes who traveled to Paris to try to halt the sale. It was the fourth time in two years that sacred masks from the Hopi tribe have been […]
![Ancient stone masks go on display at Israel Museum](https://www.liveauctioneers.com/news/wp-content/uploads/2014/03/2014_0313_Masksgroup2_lead.jpg)
Ancient stone masks go on display at Israel Museum
JERUSALEM (AP) – The oldest known masks in the world went on display in Jerusalem on Tuesday in the largest-ever exhibit of the ghoulish faces, believed to have been created in the Holy Land thousands of years before the time of the Bible. The 11 stone masks, said to have been discovered in the Judean […]