"Ancient Anthropomorphic Ritual Mask - Nepal, Middle Hills "
Ancient ritual anthropomorphic mask - Nepal, Middle Hills, probably 1st half of the 20th century or earlierSlightly curved mask with an aquiline nose and an open, toothless mouth. Remains of horsehair represent the hair and goatee. Remains of polychromy on the presentation side. On the internal and external sides this mask shows traces of use and a beautiful, deep patina of use and time which testify to its great antiquity.Height 23cmFor a similar mask, see: "Himalayan masks, Lanfranchi collection" (2017) by Renzo Freschi and Luciano LanfranchiMask page 107 
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