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Salampasu Mask

About the Item

In 'Congo Masks, Masterpieces from Central Africa' editor Marc Leo Felix, a photograph on page 146 depicts a group of Salampasu Masks being collected in the field, our mask is the one in the center. Formally collection of the Rodrigues Family. No base included with the mask.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 13 in (33.02 cm)Width: 8.5 in (21.59 cm)Depth: 8 in (20.32 cm)
  • Style:
    Tribal (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    c.1930
  • Condition:
    Repaired: a hanging piece of metal hs been put back inlace. Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    Sharon, CT
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU3438342444542

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