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Nepal Citipati Wood Dance Mask with Open Eyes Mouth Teeth, Black Skull Mask

$3,950
£3,038.46
€3,637.02
CA$5,745.34
A$5,890.88
CHF 3,356.41
MX$74,985.88
NOK 38,553.40
SEK 40,225.09
DKK 27,187.51

About the Item

Oval very dark wood dance mask from Nepal with powerful expression, open eyes and oval mouth with finely carved teeth. Heavy projecting cheek bones. This mask represents the Tibetan and Nepalese Buddhist Citipati, the skull faced protector. Heavy worn and polished patina inside and out from traditional use. Black patina with traces of red paint. Ex- private collection in Southern California, private collection Texas, From the late 19th to early 20th century. Mask 8 high. on metal custom base, total height 10 72 inches
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 8 in (20.32 cm)Width: 6.5 in (16.51 cm)Depth: 3 in (7.62 cm)
  • Style:
    Tribal (In the Style Of)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    Late 19th century
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. Minor losses. Minor structural damages. Minor fading. Wear and polish from traditional use.
  • Seller Location:
    Point Richmond, CA
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: SM.1041591stDibs: LU1778245661412

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