folky-leather-elephant-mask
Lot 1133
Folky Leather Elephant Mask
Lot Details & Additional Photographs
Tinted leather, molded and cut in the form of an elephant head, signed in marker on the interior "Baldwin".

17 1/2 x 13 in.

From the Estate of the late Joseph D. Rowand, Chapel Hill, North Carolina Joe Rowand was instrumental in developing a contemporary art scene in North Carolina. After studying in New York City at Parsons, he brought the big city art feel to Chapel Hill, North Carolina when he opened Somerhill Gallery in 1972. His gallery served as an epicenter for collectors and artists to gather and grow for over thirty years.

This was made for and worn by Joe at a masquerade ball, hosted at his beloved Fairmont.

Good condition.