Ethnographic Arts & Artifacts

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July 10, 2025 at 2:00 pm ET

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LOT 33

Lot 33

Guerrero Jaguar Helmet Mask and Devil Mask, Mexico, 20th century

Guerrero Jaguar Helmet Mask and Devil Mask, Mexico, 20th century
Lot 33 Details
Guerrero Jaguar Helmet Mask and Devil Mask, Mexico, 20th century

both painted, one carved wood with hair, horn decoration and glass inset eyes; the other formed cowhide with animal hair and mirror inset eyes
12.5 x 16 x 11.5 in — 31.8 x 40.6 x 29.2 cm; 16 x 15.75 x 8.5 in — 40.6 x 40 x 21.6 cm

Estimate $250-$350

Realised: $400
Price Includes Buyer's Premium ?

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Guerrero Jaguar Helmet Mask and Devil Mask, Mexico, 20th century
  • Guerrero Jaguar Helmet Mask and Devil Mask, Mexico, 20th century
  • Guerrero Jaguar Helmet Mask and Devil Mask, Mexico, 20th century
  • Guerrero Jaguar Helmet Mask and Devil Mask, Mexico, 20th century

CONDITION DETAILS

Both with some loss of hair and paint, Devil mask has a small hole to the top of the mask.

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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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