Lot 172: A Fine and rare Baga or Landuman Mask

A Fine and rare Baga or Landuman Mask, Baga or Landuman; Guinea

Exceptionally carved Tonkongba mask, with domed head with sagittal crest tapering to a long snout; the snout with areas of inset rectangular pieces of wood and cutouts at the sides, the simple browline with small eyes, two small and well carved horns to the reverse, some insect depredation, though overall good condition for its age. A superb example of the type. YGVR# 59311 L. 38"

Comments:
Property of a New York Private Collector

Provenance:
Ex. James Willis, CA
Ex. Dave Deroche, CA
Ex. Robert Dowling, CA

Price Realized: $1,300

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