| Weight | 1.14 kg |
|---|---|
| Dimensions | 53.5 × 22.5 cm |
-39%
Songye Kifwebe Mask
$155.00
One of the iconic sculptures of African tribal art is this rare African pine mask,
Kikashi, embodies a positive force.
The eyes are narrow and close together, with a diamond-shaped white pattern extending to the temples.
The absence of a nasofrontal ridge indicates that it is a female mask. Lozenges are also
Unusual, like the dent on his forehead. A braided raffia band borders the lower silhouette.
frosted matt patina
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