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LOT 158

Lot 158

Two Bamana Tji Wara Headdresses, one antelope, the other zoomorphic, Mali, West Africa, both 20th century

Two Bamana Tji Wara Headdresses, one antelope, the other zoomorphic, Mali, West Africa, both 20th century
Lot 158 Details
Two Bamana Tji Wara Headdresses, one antelope, the other zoomorphic, Mali, West Africa, both 20th century

both carved wood, one with painted cloth, metal, leather and shell decorations
height 21.75 in — 55.2 cm; height 20.75 in — 52.7 cm

Estimate $60-$80

Realised: $61.50
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Two Bamana Tji Wara Headdresses, one antelope, the other zoomorphic, Mali, West Africa, both 20th century
  • Two Bamana Tji Wara Headdresses, one antelope, the other zoomorphic, Mali, West Africa, both 20th century
  • Two Bamana Tji Wara Headdresses, one antelope, the other zoomorphic, Mali, West Africa, both 20th century

CONDITION DETAILS

Antelope with some chips and loss to antler surmounts and the other with some dry cracks.

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  • 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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