Cote D'ivoire, Guro Peoples, Polychrome Carved Wood Mask, Ca. 20Th Century

Cote D'ivoire, Guro Peoples, Polychrome Carved Wood Mask, Ca. 20Th Century | Mask with Red Pigmented Face, Blue Ears And Forehead, And a Dark Coiffure with Two Protruding Horns. Face Features a Ridged Scarification Mark Down the Center of the Forehead to the Top of the Nose. Small Vertical Scarification Marks Above Each Eye And on Each Cheek. Open Mouth Reveals White Teeth. Provenance: Property from a Bloomfield Township, MI private collection.
Condition Report: Some general losses to pigment. Gouges to back of mask at top of head and bottom of chin. Otherwise, no notable demerits observed. | Please note all lots show signs of wear commensurate with age and use, and the lack of a statement regarding condition does not imply the lot is in perfect condition or completely free from defects or the effects of aging. Unless otherwise stated, all information provided is the opinion of DuMouchelles' specialists. Should you have any specific questions regarding the condition of this lot, please use the “Request Condition Report” or “Ask a Question” buttons or email conditions@dumoart.com.