An ancient bwiti mask with a three-lobed headdress, slit eyes and a disdainful pout. This mask was purchased in the port of Mayumba while it was hanging over the door of a hut, but the inside of the mask shows evidence of past dances and uses. Lumbu, Gabon Wood, pigments, beautiful patina of use. H. 18 cm Provenance : Jacques Viault Collection.