Lot 257: A Lwalwa mask

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

The long mask with classical concave facial planes and nasal ridge extending from the high brow at the coif to the middle of the face, the mouth jutting forward, a whole for a bite-string clearly evident. The eyes with lightly cut grooves for white infill around them and the ears of classical style. Fine desiccated interior. On a custom base.

Provenance:
Property of a Private West Coast collector

Price Realized: $300

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