Lot 157: A fine Mende Bundu helmet mask

Mende, Sierra Leone; H: 14 1/2"

of classical form, the mask finely carved with elaborate coif, well balanced tight face and corpulent neck rings indicating wealth. Pierced about the perimeter for attachment to a costume. A fine and lovely example. On a custom base.

Provenance:
Field collected by Charles D. Miller III, in Sierra Leone

Price Realized: $450

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