Lot 234: A Holo helmet mask

Holo, D.R. Congo; H: 14"

The helmet mask classically carved with corpulent face and remains of orange, white, and blue pigment. The stylized coif of geometric form with high top knot pierced. On a custom base.

Comments:
Dr. Arthur P. Bourgeois, Expert on the Kwilu-Kwango saw this mask in early October 2013 in person and remarked that this example was fine and authentic and had been traditionally used, and that the top knot was pieced for the attachment of a feather bustle.

Provenance:
Property of a West Coast private collector

Price Realized: $325

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