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Lot 99:
Description
A collection of hand-carved wooden decorative wall masks, showcasing various stylistic elements influenced by African tribal traditions. The collection features diverse forms and carving techniques. Included is a vertical dual-face mask carved from a single piece of wood, featuring two stacked human visages with incised geometric scarification patterns and a two-tone finish. Also present is an openwork decorative piece depicting a stylized elephant with a curved trunk above a human face, finished in a uniform dark reddish-brown stain. A third solid mask depicts a bearded male face with prominent rectangular ears and a textured finish, including a cylindrical handle or mounting post at the base. The largest piece is an elongated, narrow mask with two tall vertical crests, decorated with relief-carved crescent shapes and geometric banding, utilising a two-tone finish to emphasise the detail. These items are contemporary carvings produced for the decorative export market.
Mask 1: 17.5 in (44.5 cm) high
Mask 2: 17 in (43 cm) high
Mask 3: 18 in (45.7 cm) high
Mask 4: 23 in (58.5 cm) high.
Condition report:
The masks are in generally good condition, showing light wear consistent with household display. Visible imperfections include minor surface scuffs, small indentations, and light dust accumulation within the recessed carvings. No significant structural cracks or major losses are apparent.
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