Great tribal mask from the FANG tribe of Gabon.
This mask was carved in a sublime and rustic style. With a long nose and a protruding lips,rounded eyes with eyebrows nicely shaped and which end at the same height of the eyes. The heart shaped mask is covered with a kaolin layer.
The mask is in good tribal used condition. Nice aged patina with traces of wear and tear.
Object: Mask
Ethnic group/ culture: Fang
Region/ country: Gabon
Material: Wood
Period: 2nd half 20th century
Condition: Good
Sold with stand: No
Dimensions: 30×20×8 cm
Weight: 320 g