Lot 44

West African Dogon Walu/Antelope Mask

Estimate: $300 - $600

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A wooden Dogon Walu (antelope) mask, Mali, West Africa. Of boxlike form, surmounted by carved wooden antelope horns, used in the dama ceremonies of the Dogon people of Mali. 22.5 x 6 x 7 inches. Provenance: from the estate of Leon and Jane Arkus. Leon was the Director of the Carnegie Museum of Art, Pittsburgh, from 1969 to 1980.

Condition

One horn with older repair, cracking commensurate with age, piece broken off and present. Merchandise will be packed and transported by the purchaser at their own risk and expense. A list of recommended shippers is on our website: https://www.conceptgallery.com/auctions/shipping/ .

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