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April 2024: Day One

Thu, Apr 18, 2024 11:00AM EDT
Lot 355

Guatemalan Polychrome Carved Wood Festival Masks, 20th C., Pedro De Alvarado, 5 pcs

Estimate: $300 - $600

Bid Increments

Price Bid Increment
$0 $5
$30 $10
$100 $25
$400 $50
$900 $100
$2,000 $250
$5,000 $500
$10,000 $1,000
$20,000 $2,500
$50,000 $5,000
$150,000 $10,000
Five polychrome carved wood Guatemalan masks of the conquistador Pedro de Alvarado. Each having blond hair with inset blue plastic eyes. One having a goatee and rosy cheeks, H 9.5", W 7", D. 5". One having a pink and red face, blond mustache and two gold teeth. H 7.5", W 7", D. 4.5". One mask with lighter skin pigment, two gold teeth. H 7.25", W 6.75", D. 5". One with red pigment skin, gold flower on the forehead. H 6.75", W 6.25", D. 4". One with red and black skin pigment, curly blond mustache. H 5.5", W 5.5", D. 3.25".

Condition

Scuffing with pigment loss. Wear to the eyes. | 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.