Decorative Arts Auction

June 13, 2012

LOT 203

Lot 203

Guro Mask of Gu, Ivory Coast

Guro Mask of Gu, Ivory Coast
Lot 203 Details
Guro Mask of Gu, Ivory Coast

carved and polychromed, with applied braids, delicately elongated nose, raised scarification marks across brow and to cheeks, pierced eyes and mouth,finely grooved hair, surmounted by colonial couple in western attire with a cat
height 16.75" — 42.5 cm.

Estimate $800-$1,200

Realised: $1,200
Price Includes Buyer's Premium ?

Lot Report

Note:

The figures atop the present lot may indicate this to be a wedding ceremonial mask with the cat representing domesticity.

CONDITION DETAILS

Minor losses to gent’s hat brim.

LOT 203
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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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