Masquette Bamana - Mali, Africa
This mask from the Bamana (or Bambara) ethnic group of Mali is characterized by its elongated, angular face, dominated by a long, straight, slender nose that slopes down to a small, sculpted mouth near the pointed chin. The contrast between the smooth, dark patina of the facial features and the meticulous workmanship of the imposing headdress is striking: the latter is adorned with a multitude of parallel oblique striations, separated by a notched median sagittal ridge and underlined by a frontal band with incised geometric motifs.
650 €
Period: 20th century
Style: Tribal Art
Condition: Good condition
Material: Solid wood
Height: 31
Reference (ID): 1748522
Availability: In stock
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