Lot 93: A Guere-Wobe mask

People: Guere-Wobe people
Ivory Coast
H: 11 ¾"
Of classical form, the mask now stripped of its attachments, the powerful form remaining with large brow, tubular eyes, wide aggressive nose, raised cheeks, and open mouth with barred teeth. Numerous nails and metal hooks to the chin and top of the mask for attachments, with remains of hide to the face. Fine old surface, on a custom base.

Provenance:
Property of a New York Private Collector

Price Realized: $125

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