Ethnographic Art & Artifacts

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July 20, 2023 at 2:00 pm ET

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LOT 45

Lot 45

Guro Scorpion Mask, together with a Dan Mask, West Africa, both mid to late 20th century

Guro Scorpion Mask, together with a Dan Mask, West Africa, both mid to late 20th century
Lot 45 Details
Guro Scorpion Mask, together with a Dan Mask, West Africa, both mid to late 20th century

both carved and painted, one with cloth and cowrie shell decorations
height 19.25 in — 48.9 cm; height 15.5 in — 39.4 cm

Estimate $100-$120

Realised: $135.30
Price Includes Buyer's Premium ?

Lot Report

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Guro Scorpion Mask, together with a Dan Mask, West Africa, both mid to late 20th century
  • Guro Scorpion Mask, together with a Dan Mask, West Africa, both mid to late 20th century
  • Guro Scorpion Mask, together with a Dan Mask, West Africa, both mid to late 20th century

CONDITION DETAILS

Dan mask loss to feather surmount, guro mask with crack to back upper half.

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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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