Ethnographic Arts & Artifacts

October 2227, 2022
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LOT 64

Lot 64

Dan Gunye Ge Mask, Ivory Coast/Liberia, West Africa, late 19th to early 20th century

Dan Gunye Ge Mask, Ivory Coast/Liberia, West Africa, late 19th to early 20th century
Lot 64 Details
Dan Gunye Ge Mask, Ivory Coast/Liberia, West Africa, late 19th to early 20th century

carved wood with natural pigment around eyes, includes stand
mask height 8.75 in — 22.2 cm

Estimate $2,000-$3,000

Realised: $2,700
Price Includes Buyer's Premium ?

Lot Report

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Dan Gunye Ge Mask, Ivory Coast/Liberia, West Africa, late 19th to early 20th century
  • Dan Gunye Ge Mask, Ivory Coast/Liberia, West Africa, late 19th to early 20th century
  • Dan Gunye Ge Mask, Ivory Coast/Liberia, West Africa, late 19th to early 20th century
  • Dan Gunye Ge Mask, Ivory Coast/Liberia, West Africa, late 19th to early 20th century
Provenance:

Private collection, New York;
Alfred L. Schinberg, NYC;
Bonham's, New York, sale #21002, November, 14, 2013, lot 155

CONDITION DETAILS

Some loss to back edges and drill holes, minor scuffs and abrasions.

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  • 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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