Lot 160: A Fine Dan facemask

Dan, Liberia and Ivory Coast; H: 9 1/2"

The mask with high rounded forehead and raised cheekbones, the small nose jutting from the center above a simple mouth. The whole with incised linear patterns. Some insect damage, though stabilized. A fine old mask. On a custom Base.

Provenance:
Ex. Howard Nowes, NY

Price Realized: $550

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