Lot n° 420
Estimation :
2000 - 3000
EUR
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Result
: 260EUR
BAGA (Nimba) hardwood shoulder mask. Guinea. - Lot 420
BAGA (Nimba) hardwood shoulder mask. Guinea.
One of the most emblematic and monumental sculptures in African art.
Large female bust mounted on four straight feet. The sculpture was covered with an ample costume. The head is coiffed like a helmet with a curvilinear crest ridge engraved with braids and chevrons. A small nipple-shaped mouth is sculpted beneath the busted nose. A network of arched, squared-off bands decorates the cheeks. The ears are prominent and the neck cylindrical. Between the breasts of the large, pendulous chest, two eyeholes allow the dancer to see.
This mask exalts the fertile nurturing woman with a large breast indicating that she is generous with her milk.
Very fine, shiny patina.
Height: 154 cm
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