AFRICAN YAKA POLYCHROME WOOD MASK. Dynamic initiation "nkisi" mask carved in light wood with face bearing large upturned nose, and toothy mouth all within an oval recessed niche. Above a tall headdress of painted fabric stretched around a wood framework, the typical spikes fastened to the central stem. Painted green, red, white and black. Raffia border encircles the wearers head. Extensive wear, exc. cond. Custom base. - 36 1/2 in. high. Estimate $800-1,000
PROVENANCE: South Carolina Museum of Art deaccession
