I inherited this wood mask from my father, who passed away in November 2022. He lived in Lagos, Nigeria in the late 1960s. If you could please provide me with its value in November 2022 and now
Dimensions
14 by 7 inches
Acquired From:
Inherited
Hi Christine, Thank you for contacting Mearto with your appraisal inquiry. Like the candlestick, this was probably made for the export/tourist market and also from the same area of Africa, on the Gulf of Guinea Based on the photos and information provided, and subject to examination, this is: A vintage African carved softwood mask Probably made for the export market, Possibly Gulf of Guinea, 20th Century The elongated stylized form with striated features, tall forehead, bulbous eyelids, elongated nose and open mouth. Unmarked. 14 inches tall, 7inches wide CONDITION: appears to be in generally good condition with minor wear commensurate to age and use. PROVENANCE: inherited $150-200* *represents a fair-market value for auction purposes; retail or asking price may vary. Please let us know if you have additional items to appraise, or questions/concerns, and thank you again for using Mearto. ~ Delia
