African mask - wood base, brass and beads
24 January 2025
Description

Mask in 11 inch diameter round with brass inlayed around the eye slits and over the bridge of the nose. There are tiny beads inset in the surface in a pattern around the face of the mask. The surface is cracking in some places. I think it is a dried mud over the wood base.

Dimensions

11 inches round, about 4 inches deep.

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Inherited
For sale
Yes
Answered within 4 days
By David U.
Jan 28, 09:36 UTC
Fair Market Value
$4,000 - $5,000 USD
Insurance Value $0 USD
What does this mean?

Hello,

This mask appears to be a handcrafted piece of African tribal art, likely inspired by the traditional masks of the Congo, Gabon, or Nigeria, where beadwork and metal inlays are common decorative elements. African masks hold a significant cultural and spiritual meaning, often used in rituals, celebrations, and ceremonies.

The intricate use of beads and brass suggests a decorative or ceremonial function rather than a purely utilitarian mask. The craftsmanship is indicative of mid-to-late 20th-century production, potentially influenced by earlier traditions.

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