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A Chokwe Pwo African mask: A Finely carved wooden mask with heavy reddish mineral pigments, raised tribal scar motifs and a wonderful woven grass /rope coiffure and basketry headdress. Chokwe peoples, Angola, Africa. The mask m

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Description

This is a very fine and handsome old carved wooden mask from the Luena (Chokwe) peoples of Angola, Africa. Face mask with attached woven fiber headdress accented with red clay pigment and a finely woven netting. The mask is one of the finest we have offered in over 25 years selling African art. Mask measures 10 x 8 inches and has a 3 lb shipping weight.* There is NO DISPLAY STAND INCLUDED WITH THIS AUCTION.

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Overall good solid condition.

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Stunning Luena / Chokwe African mask

Name: Stunning Luena / Chokwe African mask
SKU: 29082312
Price: 410 USD
Availability: InStock

Estimate $800 - $1,200

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Starting Price $100

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