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Initiation mask – Wood – Punu – Gabon

€ 149,00

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Wooden initiation mask from the PUNU tribe, Gabon. PUNU masks are thought to represent ancestors` faces. They are worn during funerals and by a Moukouji initiate who stands on stilts. This masks has a realistic face with protruding pursed lips, T-shaped nose, globular protruding eyes incised with a curve, high-dome forehead and characteristic ridged high coiffure, which reflect the PUNU women`s style. Good condition with a beautiful aged patina of age and clear traces of wear and tear. Provenance: former private German collection.
Object Initiation Mask
Ethnic group: Punu
Country: Gabon
Material: Wood
Estimated period: Mid 20th century
Sold with stand: No
Dimensions: 27x19x20 cm
Weight: 650 gram
Condition: Good condition, used with some signs of wear

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