Bamana Culture, Mali, First Half Of The 20th Century, Zoomorphic Crest Mask "ciwara".

Bamana culture, Mali, first half of the 20th century, superb zoomorphic "Ciwara" crest mask evoking a stylized antelope with two long vertical horns, called Daje in Bamana. Made of hardwood, the patina from use is a dark brown color. This crest is worn with a fiber costume during agrarian rites. The sculpture, although traditional and ancient, is incredibly modern due to the prominent nasal appendage reminiscent of Dora Maar's nose in Picasso's paintings. Dimensions: Height 61 x Width 16 x Depth 16 cm. Provenance: Private collection. The scale reference in the last photograph is a small lighter from a well-known brand. Good condition. A certificate of authenticity guaranteeing the accuracy of the information in this listing will be drawn up and given to the buyer. We take special care with our packaging, using optimal protective materials. Shipping includes insurance. Shipping rates: Metropolitan France: €30, European Union countries and Switzerland: €40, Eastern European and Maghreb countries: €85, United States, Australia, Asia, and the rest of the world: €165. You can contact us at +33 6 48 32 14 09 or +33 9 53 25 37 41.