DuMouchelles
Live Auction

April 2024: Day One

Thu, Apr 18, 2024 11:00AM EDT
Lot 346

Mexican Polychrome Carved Wood Festival Masks, 20th C., 5 pcs

Estimate: $300 - $600

Bid Increments

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$0 $5
$30 $10
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$900 $100
$2,000 $250
$5,000 $500
$10,000 $1,000
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$500,000 $50,000
$1,000,000 $100,000
Lot includes one male Spaniard mask from Moralia, Michoacan. Pink face, black hair with curls at the top. H 7", W 6", D. 4". One female Spaniard mask also from Moralia. Repainted with tan skin and black hair. H 6", W 6.25", D. 4". One conquistador mask with rosy cheeks and nose, black hair. Inset painted acorn eyes. H 7", W 6.75", D. 4.75". One Barbon mask from Guerrero. Black hair and red facial hair. H 20", W 8", D. 5.5". One religious festival mask from Michoacan. Pink and white face, blue eyes and black goatee. Painted sheet metal mitre with remnants of an image of the Virgin Mary. H 22.5", W 6.5", D. 4".

Condition

Repair to a lock of black hair for the red beard mask. Scuffing and pigment loss at the edges and noses. | 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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