Lot 290: A superb Mbunda female mask

Mbunda, Zambia; H: 11"

The mask in a deep brown lustrous hardwood, with furrowed brow, raised eyes and naturalistic nose above an aggressive mouth with naturalistically carved teeth. The whole with a fiber and hair wig and beaded sash across the top. An exceptional example that transcends the usual stylistic elements of the canon. On a custom base.

Provenance:
Property of a New York private collector

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