fang-janiform-helmet-mask-gabon
Lot 464
Fang Janiform Helmet Mask, Gabon
Lot Details & Additional Photographs
Early 20th century, carved from a single piece of lightweight wood, the two faces with applied white pigment, additional impressed circles throughout. Presented on black metal stand.

12.25 in.; 16.5 in. with stand.

Purchased from Everett Rassiga, Inc. of New York City in 1968; copies of the original invoice and a follow-up letter are available.
The Collection of Dr. Malcolm Hardy, Chapel Hill, NC

Light wear as expected.

$800 - 1,200