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Fang Ngil Mask, Gabon #309
- Fang Ngil Mask, Gabon #309
- This mask is shaped like a helmet and whitened with kaolin. The face shows a heart shape, with merging eyebrows forming a straight nose bridge, enlarged above a particularly shaped mouth with teeth.
- Fang Ngil masks had a legal function, indicated by the severity of the prominent eyebrows and by the narrow incised eyes.
- They were carried by local authorities (notables), who were in charge of those responsible for crimes.
- Measurements: Height: 40 cm, weight 1100 grams.
- Condition: This old mask with clear traces of use comes from an old private collection.
$427.50
Original: $1,425.00
-70%Fang Ngil Mask, Gabon #309—
$1,425.00
$427.50
Description
- Fang Ngil Mask, Gabon #309
- This mask is shaped like a helmet and whitened with kaolin. The face shows a heart shape, with merging eyebrows forming a straight nose bridge, enlarged above a particularly shaped mouth with teeth.
- Fang Ngil masks had a legal function, indicated by the severity of the prominent eyebrows and by the narrow incised eyes.
- They were carried by local authorities (notables), who were in charge of those responsible for crimes.
- Measurements: Height: 40 cm, weight 1100 grams.
- Condition: This old mask with clear traces of use comes from an old private collection.
