Lot 95: A Nepalese Shaman's mask

Middle Hills, Temang/Magar, Nepal; H: 11"

The finely carved mask with elongated chin coming to a rounded point with downward curling mouth, the nose large and beak-like, the eyes as small circles. Fine lustrous surface with remains of pigment. Original wax export seal in the interior. On a custom base.

Provenance:
Property of a New York private collector

Price Realized: $175

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