Zoomorphic mask
Burkina Faso, Nuna
not available anymore
Provenance
German Private Collection, HessenSize
H: 117,5 cm
H: 46.3 inch
Description
wood, matt patina, polychrome paint, plant fibres, probably depicting a crocodile with open snout, high board-like superstructure, surmounted by a standing female figure, completely painted with geometrical ornaments, min. dam., missing parts through insect caused damage (esp. on the back), fine cracks, traces of abrasion