Mask - Punu - Gabon (No reserve price)

Wooden initiation mask from the PUNU tribe, Gabon. PUNU masks are thought to represent ancestors` faces. They are worn during funerals and by a Moukouji initiate who stands on stilts. This masks has a realistic face with protruding pursed lips, T-shaped nose, globular protruding eyes incised with a curve, high-dome forehead and characteristic ridged high coiffure, which reflect the PUNU women`s style. Good condition. Provenance: former private German collection. Shipping within 24 hours after the payment is received. Tracking number will be provided.

Estimate:£0.83

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