DuMouchelles
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April 2024: Day One

Thu, Apr 18, 2024 11:00AM EDT
Lot 347

Mexican Polychrome Carved Wood Festival Dance Masks, 20th C., Tigres And One Other, 3 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
Lot includes one Tigre helmet constructed with two pieces of painted hide. Leather ears, eye sockets, mouth and tongue. Mirror fragment eyes with green hanging fabric and boar bristle accents. H 12", W 10". One polychrome carved wood Tigre mask with snakes at the sides of the face. H 14.75", W 9.5". One polychrome carved wood mask with a black and red striped face. Horsehair moustache and goatee. H9", W 6.5".

Condition

Repairs to the snakes of the wooden tiger mask. Scuffing and pigment loss at the edges. | 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.