DuMouchelles
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April 2024: Day One

Thu, Apr 18, 2024 11:00AM EDT
Lot 348

Mexican Polychrome Carved Wood, Leather And Horn Diablo Masks, Guerrero/Michoacan, 20th C., 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
Lot includes one carved wood mask with the face painted black with striped horns made of banyan tree pods. H 22", W 9.5", D. 4.5". One carved wood mask with a fierce expression, green painted snakes at the sides of the head with a frog at the forehead. Mounted animal horn horns. H 14.5", W 9", D. 5.5". One carved wood mask with face painted red and pink cheeks. Mounted animal horn horns. H 8.5", W 8.5", D. 6". One anamorphic mask, red and black painted face. Painted carved wood horns and leather teeth. H 17", W 13", D. 8". One painted leather and gesso anamorphic mask. Red and black face, protruding tongue, inset clear glass eyes and mounted animal horn horns. H 13", W 8.25", D. 8".

Condition

Scuffing and chipping to the pigment. The leather mask is in fair condition with a few losses. | 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.