An ancient mask from the Poro society, with crescent-shaped eyes and a sculpted mouth characteristic of the influence of Mano art from Guinea and Liberia.
Dan or Mano, Ivory Coast or Liberia
Wood, iron (forged nails), old wear and small chips, beautiful old patina from use and sacrifice.
Height: 22.5cm

Provenance: Stéphane Mangin, Paris
Stéphane Mangin, Paris
Stéphane Kurc Collection, Paris
Live Thursday 28 November 2024・14:00 (Europe/Paris)
Lot no. 105

An ancient mask from the Poro society, with crescent-shaped eyes and a sculpted mouth characteristic of the influence of Mano art from Guinea and Liberia. Dan or Mano, Ivory Coast or Liberia Wood, iron (forged nails), old wear and small chips, beautiful old patina from use and sacrifice. Height: 22.5cm Provenance: Stéphane Mangin, Paris Stéphane Mangin, Paris Stéphane Kurc Collection, Paris

Estimate
€800 - €1,200
Result
€4,160
Buyer's premium
30%
An ancient mask from the Poro society, with crescent-shaped eyes and a sculpted mouth characteristic of the influence of Mano art from Guinea and Liberia. Dan or Mano, Ivory Coast or Liberia Wood, iron (forged nails), old wear and small chips, beautiful old patina from use and sacrifice. Height: 22.5cm Provenance: Stéphane Mangin, Paris Stéphane Mangin, Paris Stéphane Kurc Collection, Paris
Sale Thursday 28 November 2024・14:00 (Europe/Paris)
Salle 9 - Hôtel Drouot 9, rue Drouot 75009 Paris