Mask · Tanzania, Nyamwesi · ID: 3043172
sold
EUR 1,500
Provenance
Peter Loebarth, Hameln, GermanyGalerie Fred Jahn, Munich, Germany
Zemanek-Münster, Würzburg, 28 May 2011, lot 466
Christian Franke, Murrhardt, Germany
Size
H: 35 cm
H: 13.8 inch
Description
drilled holes around the rim, min. dam., traces of insect caused damage, traces of abrasion, base.
Together with the Sukuma, Sumbwa, Kimbu, Gala and Konongo the Nyamwesi constitute the most distinguished ethnical group in Tanzania. They are known for their sculpture. Masks of the Nyamwezi differ widely in stylistic traits, so that a clear attribution is difficult.
Publications
AHDRC: 0150348