This listing is for an antique West African mask recently purchased from a private collection. It is a small size and nearly round in shape and features buggy eyes with slits for viewing, a closed pursed mouth and ritual scarification on the cheeks.

 

It measures 7" X 5 1/2".

Condition: Natural patina and wear. The nose has chips and rubs.

We purchased the collection of late 19th and early 20th century Nigerian artifacts collected between approx. 1950-70. There are over 50 pieces with a focus on ceremonial, ritual and spiritual tools and also a collection of West African currency manilla bracelets. Many are rare museum quality pieces including Ifa Divination tools, cowrie shrines and Santeria fetishes and Eshu figures.

Be sure to check my listings for the other pieces from the same collection. All the pieces have been privately held for the last 60+ years by the original collectors and are offered here for sale for the first time.

Provenance will be provided to the winning buyer if requested.