African ceremonial mask - Wè - Liberia (No reserve price)

African ceremonial mask. Origin: Liberia It is characterized by powerful expressionist features, tubular or protruding eyes, a pronounced nose, a chin adorned with rows of teeth (often made of wood or metal (here in metal)) and a border made of plant fibres (as is the case here), with fur or hair sewn or glued around the face. Cultural origin: The Guéré and Wobé peoples (grouped under the name "We") live in the southwest of Côte d'Ivoire and the southeast of Liberia. Their masks traditionally fulfill strong social, judicial or spiritual roles (justice, protection, ritual ceremonies). Decorative mask

Schätzpreis:€150

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