Lot 153: A Chamba bushcow helmet mask

People: Chamba
Nigeria
H: 25"
Of classical form, the large mask with dome shaped head, with rounded horns reaching back behind, the ears below perpendicular to the facial plane, which is created by a small nose on the large upper portion of the squared cubistic mouth. Pyro-engraved designs to the top, pierced around the perimeter for attachment of split cane ruff; on a custom base.

Provenance:
J. Camp Gallery, NY

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