May 2024: Day Two
Fri, May 17, 2024 11:00AM EDT
Lot 1338
Burkina Faso, Bobo Peoples, Carved Wood Helmet Mask: Antelope (Nyanga), Ca. Early to Mid 20th C., H 36" W 10"
Estimate: $300 - $700
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| $900 | $100 |
| $2,000 | $250 |
| $5,000 | $500 |
| $10,000 | $1,000 |
| $20,000 | $2,500 |
| $50,000 | $5,000 |
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| $1,000,000 | $100,000 |
Large helmet mask, possibly carved from a single circular tree trunk. This mask resembles the hippotrague, a species of antelope native to West Africa, distinctive through its ringed horns that curve backwards and a sloping snout. The mask is decorated with triangles in white, black, and red pigment. The mouth and eyes are also outlined in white pigment. Holes along opening of mask, possibly for attachments now lost or to attach mask to a costume. Provenance: Property from a Bloomfield Hills, MI private collector.
Overall condition is good for age of mask. Wear to pigment on tops and tips of horns. Red and black pigment has wear among triangle design above eyes. White pigment has remained overall. Pigment on nose of mask has faded. | Please note all lots show signs of wear commensurate with age and use, and the lack of a statement regarding condition does not imply the lot is in perfect condition or completely free from defects or the effects of aging. Unless otherwise stated, all information provided is the opinion of DuMouchelles' specialists. Should you have any specific questions regarding the condition of this lot, please use the “Request Condition Report” or “Ask a Question” buttons or email conditions@dumoart.com.
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Property from a Bloomfield Hills, MI private collector.
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