Chokwe Mask

Description:

Chokwe Mask, hollowed oval form with pierced mouth with pointed teeth, raised scarification on both cheeks, pierced around the rim with attached raffia fiber netting, and woven fiber headdress, black painted lips, eyebrows, and hair, ht. 8 1/2 in.
Estimate $400-600


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