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Yssoire Enchères

486 - A carved and polychrome wooden crest mask, with a long, tape…
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Estimate €40 - €60
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Description
A carved and polychrome wooden crest mask, with a long, tapered shaft adorned with a geometric pattern of alternating lozenges, resting on an anthropozoomorphic base with a stylised head, protruding sections and added conical elements; predominantly black polychrome, ochre, red and white with incised decoration; the hollowed-out reverse features perforations; African work of ritual inspiration, 20th century (dimensions 137 x 16.5 cm – cracks, damage, losses, wear to the polychrome, chips, soiling, elements possibly added, possible restorations, as is)
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About the sale JULY AUCTION: furniture – paintings – jewellery – works of art, collectables and curiosities
Auction location
Auction time 07/06/2026 at 10:30 AM
Ref. : 230379 - 28
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