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1612 - Bwa zoomorphic board mask, known as a butterfly or bird mask…
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Estimate CHF 600 - CHF 800
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Description
Bwa zoomorphic board mask, known as a butterfly or bird mask, wood decorated with polychrome triangles on both sides, with an ornament of plant fibres. In the centre is a feline face with a cowrie-encrusted nose, while the sides forming the wings are decorated with sculpted lizards. Burkina Faso, 133 cm long Lucien Dällenbach Collection (1940-2025) Good condition Perforations for carrying and attaching the ornament around the edge, holding the ornament in place Old native repairs/consolidations using yokes or leather straps (under the right eye of the feline's face and at the tips of the wings) Missing cowries
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About the sale ONLINE 1499 to 2091 - Oriental Art - Primitive Art - Sacred Art - Works of Art - Sculptures - Furniture and Carpets
Auction location
Auction time 06/09/2026 at 10:00 AM
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