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Superb large Fang mask with an elongated heart-shaped face painted in white /black/brown
among the Fang such masks are identified …
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Superb large Fang mask with an elongated heart-shaped face painted in white /black/brown
among the Fang such masks are identified with the Ngil society.
measures approx. : 29.5" h by 12.25" w by 8" d
African Mask from the Fang Tribe of Gabon were worn worn by spiritual leaders during rituals to ward off evil spirits, or as symbols depicting wealth and prosperity.
Fang masks such as these and other African tribal art were some of Pablo Picasso's inspiration for much of his work in Cubism
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- Dimensions
- 12.25ʺW × 8ʺD × 29.5ʺH
- Styles
- African
- Art Subjects
- Abstract
- Period
- 1980s
- Item Type
- Vintage, Antique or Pre-owned
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- Materials
- Wood
- Condition
- Good Condition, Original Condition Unaltered, Some Imperfections
- Color
- Antique White
- Condition Notes
- minor loss/good minor loss/good less
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