Rare African Dogon Bronze Mask Mali 6.5" H

Description

Extraordinary and rare to find Dogon bronze mask with a raised crocodile
on the forehead both sides made with lost … more Extraordinary and rare to find Dogon bronze mask with a raised crocodile
on the forehead both sides made with lost wax process which make it unique piece , with amazing patina ,
6.5" h by 4.5" w by 2.25 " d
the crocodile has supernatural powers.

This bronze mask was made by using the old technique of lost wax casting or (cire perdue).
The mask or wax model that is hand shaped is surrounded by a coating of clay, it is then heated and hardened which liquefies the wax and creates a cavity or mold when the wax is drained out. When the bottom of the mold is sealed the molten bronze is then poured into the cavity of the mold leaving the metal figure. which is a one of a kind and original because the clay mold is destroyed after each casting. less