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Property from the Collection of Tom Levine

Thu, Jun 3, 2021 11:00AM EDT
Lot 468

Fang Aduma Carved Wood Mask, Gabon

Estimate: $2,500 - $4,500
Sold for

Bid Increments

Price Bid Increment
$0 $25
$200 $50
$500 $100
$3,000 $250
$5,000 $500
$10,000 $1,000
$30,000 $2,500
$100,000 $5,000

Marked with an inventory number '1120'.

14 3/4 x 5 5/8 x 6 1/4 in. overall.

Height of mask 10 1/4 in.

Note: Perrois (1986: 102, figure 56) for a related mvudi mask. Originating in the Upper Ogowe, this type of mask was worn in initiation ceremonies for young men.

Condition

Age splits, losses along the back and holes at the top. Minor abrasions and paint residue throughout. Minor nick to the nose.Not withstanding this report or any discussion concerning condition of a lot, all lots are offered and sold "as is" in accordance with our conditions of sale.