A mask of rejoicing with large slit eyes, a generous and serene face, white polychromy and pink lips. Although white represents death, in relation to the moon, it also represents positive feminine qualities such as goodness, peace, purity, beauty and reproductive vigor. Benjabi, Gabon Wood, pigments, patina of use. H. 27.5 cm Provenance : Jacques Viault Collection.
Estimate
€300 - €500
Result
€1,152
Buyer's premium
28%
A mask of rejoicing with large slit eyes, a generous and serene face, white polychromy and pink lips. Although white represents death, in relation to the moon, it also represents positive feminine qualities such as goodness, peace, purity, beauty and reproductive vigor. Benjabi, Gabon
Wood, pigments, patina of use.
H. 27.5 cm
Provenance :
Jacques Viault Collection.
Sale
Thursday 1 June 2023・14:00 (Europe/Paris)
Salle 9 - Hôtel Drouot
9, rue Drouot
75009 Paris