Here is the Russian example I found that resembles mine. I does feature a lady though rather than cherubs. [ATTACH][ATTACH]
Thanks for sharing the information, historic examples, and examples from your collection! With the worn down faces on mine I actually thought I...
That was a great read! Thank you for taking the time to share your research!
...dating back to the late 16th century, most common in the 17th - with masks on the front and back, or less common, two additional on the sides...
...though-older ethnographic exterior pieces tend to age quite rapidly,same goes for authentic masks,esp in a semi tropical or arid windy environment.
...this artist be unrecognized after so many years?" Indeed! Stunning masks, and so many transformation masks too! Agree. The masks themselves...
There are masks of other cultures....around the globe... some fantastic, some sublime , & I respect them all......but the masks of the 1st nations...
interesting, thanks 2mb will look into that ;)
Search for "ancient Greek theater masks" - it appears to be a modern recreation.
I don't think they were usually altered, yours could be the only one. Which doesn't mean it is more valuable, it is simply a construction that...
I've been looking for altered mini passport masks and so far haven't found any.Here's a closeup of the cut where the 'rod' or pin sits-it doesn't...
Beautiful, thank you for posting it. I'll take the rattles and a few masks, thank you.
She traveled all over the world and often purchased masks to bring home. Unfortunately she has dementia and cannot remember where it came from. It...
...is the only I have. Of course I'll follow your advice with next masks (if there will be any new unknown masks)) Thanks a lot for your help! I'm...
Yes! I think you're right! Thanks a lot for links, really interesting information. I'm sooo grateful to everyone who helped! UPD I added two more...
nice large clear photo's.......... we appreciate that !!!
These masks have been made as souvenirs, based on the characters portrayed in the Mongolian ritual dances called "tsam". The masks actually used...
Thanks a lot! :cat: According the seller's story it is mongolian. The second one looks older. Looks like first and second are the same series. The...
...role very seriously.:playful: I can't help you with the other two masks. Are they all from a series of plaster copies of 'masks of the world'?
[ATTACH] [ATTACH] [ATTACH] Hello, I bought these plaster (gypsum) masks at the flee market. Seller said they have the same source. The first one...
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