"Passport Mask From The Republic Of Ivory Coast - Tribal Art"
Small passport mask, showing the face of a bush spirit, wearing two gazelle horns, symbol of agility and speed, an essential virtue for a young initiate. Wood, old thick brown patina in places, signs of use, good general condition, see photos. Dan, Republic of Ivory Coast. Dimensions: 11 cm With base: 14.5 cm Provenance: former Donald Taitt collection, after succession, constituted in the 1960s/70s. Sold with base and certificate of authenticity from the expert Serge Reynes Guaranteed original and period. * Shipping costs on estimate.