AFRICAN DAN WOOD MASK.Ivory Coast and Liberia. Fine "Deangle" face mask of ovoid shape carved in light wood having slit eyes beneath domed forehead, medial ridge at center of bulging brow, long, slender nose and mouth with small, parted lips that once were embedded with metal teeth. Fine dark brown patina, with medium brown patina on reverse displaying use and handling. Custom mount. - 7 1/2 in. high. Estimate $1,500-2,000
PROVENANCE: Private Maryland collection, Drouot, Paris, early 1990s.
