Lot 131: A fine and rare Dan mask--Ex. Kamer

A fine and rare Dan mask, Ex. Kamer, Dan; Ivory Coast/Liberia

Of classical form, mask with high rounded top with remains of encrustation, the eyes small and circular (one broken out) with well indicated brow lines, the nose with flaring nostrils above a lozenge-shaped mouth with inset metal teeth, the whole with original fiber beard. Excellent patina and signs of use. The interior with insect depredation. H. 9 1/2"

This mask is accompanied by a statement of authentification written by Dr. Arthur P. Bourgeois, and a Color Photocopy of the original receipt from Kamer, signed and notarized by the estate of Rudolph de Harak

Comments:
Property from the estate of Rudolph de Harak

Provenance:
Ex. Henri Kamer, NY 1967
Ex. Rudolph de Harak, ME

Estimate: $5,000 - $7,000

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