Ceremonial head mask

African or Papua New Guinea ceremonial head mask acquired in the late 70s in Nigeria

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Delia

Mearto specialist

June 4, 2024
Fair Market Value:
$
75
-
$
125
USD

Hi Jeremy, Thank you for contacting Mearto with your appraisal inquiry. Based on the photos and information provided, and subject to examination, this is: A vintage polychrome and shell-encrusted ceremonial mask made for export, probably West African, second half 20th Century The oblong mask with bold designs highlighted by shells 30 inches tall and 13-1/2 inches wide CONDITION: not examined in person but appears to be in good condition with wear commensurate to age and use. PROVENANCE: acquired by wife's parents $75-125* *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, and thank you again for using Mearto.