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.
Live Thursday 1 June 2023・14:00 (Europe/Paris)
Lot no. 215

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)
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