British, Asian, and Continental Auction
Wed, May 19, 2021 09:00AM EDT
Lot 472K
Four West African Carved Wood and Fiber Masks
Estimate: $200 - $400
Bid Increments
| Price | Bid Increment |
|---|---|
| $0 | $25 |
| $100 | $50 |
| $1,000 | $100 |
| $2,000 | $200 |
| $3,000 | $250 |
| $5,000 | $500 |
| $10,000 | $1,000 |
| $20,000 | $2,000 |
| $50,000 | $5,000 |
| $100,000 | $10,000 |
Liberian/Ivorian, most Dan style, possibly early 20th century, most with concave forms with protruding foreheads, large stylized features, fiber and/or hair beards, two adorned with cowrie shells, largest 13 x 8 x 4-1/2 in. excluding beard
surface dirt layer and accretion, scattered surface scratches, cracks, and chips throughout, some fraying and losses to fiber/hair elements
Property from a Private Collection Sold to Benefit The University of Georgia Foundation
