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335 - Punu mukuye mask, Gabon
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Estimate €1,200 - €1,500
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Description
Punu mukuye mask, Gabon Soft wood (probably kapok), kaolin, pigments, minor imperfections and damage H. 36 cm Possessing a beautiful inner depth, this face, encircled by a carrying collar, is crowned by a high, shell-shaped bun, flanked by two wing-shaped plaits, the whole elegantly combed. Beneath the fine, arched eyebrows, the coffee-bean-shaped eyes are slit-like, allowing the gaze to pass through. The nose is marked by simple wings, and the mouth is closed and tinted. Beautiful internal proportions. Expert: Emmanuelle Menuet
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About the sale PAINTINGS, FURNITURE & WORKS OF ART
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Auction time 10/15/2026 at 9:30 AM
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