Unknown Tribal Mask

Discussion in 'Tribal Art' started by Daniel Perrea, Apr 15, 2018.

  1. Daniel Perrea

    Daniel Perrea New Member


    So this is a mask we got a long time ago, can’t exactly remember the origin though. Does anybody know what culture it might belong to and/or any information pertaining to it? It’s really a beautiful piece of art. I especially like the metal engravings in the front!
     
    Daniel Perrea, Apr 15, 2018
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  2. Hollyblue

    Hollyblue Well-Known Member

    No engraving,it was chased on the reverse side.
     
    Hollyblue, Apr 15, 2018
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  3. Daniel Perrea

    Daniel Perrea New Member

    Oh, what does that mean exactly? Would you like me to post a picture of the reverse? c:
     
    Daniel Perrea, Apr 15, 2018
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    Daniel Perrea New Member

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  5. Taupou

    Taupou Well-Known Member

    It is an interpretation of a Marka-style mask, from Mali.

    It was made for the tourist/decorator trade, rather than a mask that is actually used by the tribe, but follows the traditional form in its long narrow shape, and the use of metal sheeting. It lacks the horns or crests found on an authentic mask, probably because they would be more susceptible to breakage during shipping.
     
    Taupou, Apr 15, 2018
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    Figtree3 and judy like this.
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