African Art Online Auction

July 11, 2013

LOT 12

Lot 12

Two Possibly Chokwe Painted Masks

Two Possibly Chokwe Painted Masks
Lot 12 Details
Two Possibly Chokwe Painted Masks

Painted Wood. The first in the form of a horned figure with repeating geometric bands along the face decorated in black and red; the other, with heavily-lidded eyes and a bulging nose
height 22" — 56 cm.

Estimate $100-$200

Realised: $60
Price Includes Buyer's Premium ?

Lot Report

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Two Possibly Chokwe Painted Masks
  • Two Possibly Chokwe Painted Masks
  • Two Possibly Chokwe Painted Masks

CONDITION DETAILS

horned: right horn has been re-glued/reattached, curving 8cm crack along the bottom of chin, overall wear and loss of pigments throughout; second mask: missing most of the lips painting cracking throughout with substantial losses on eyelids

LOT 12
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About Condition Ratings

  • 5 Stars: Excellent - No discernable damage, flaws or imperfections
  • 4 Stars: Very Good - Minor flaws or imperfections visible only under close inspection using specialised instruments or black light
  • 3 Stars: Good - Minor flaws visible upon inspection under standard lighting
  • 2 Stars: Fair - Exhibits flaws or damage that may draw the eye under standard lighting
  • 1 Star: Poor - Flaws or damage immediately apparent under standard lighting (examples: missing components, rips, broken glass, damaged surfaces, etc.)

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