2910 Coney Island Ave 1st Floor Brooklyn, NY 11235 USA, United States
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A large collection of antique items combined from several NYC estates. Fine art, photographs, documents, military memorabilia, art glass, porcelain, decorative antiques, and more...
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LOT 390:
WOODEN HEAD OF FANG PEOPLE F GABON CENTRAL AFRICA
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Sold for: $375
Price including buyer’s premium:
$
480
Start price:
$
50
Estimate :
$100 - $150
Buyer's Premium: 28%
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WOODEN HEAD OF FANG PEOPLE F GABON CENTRAL AFRICA
A vintage hand carved wooden head of the Fang people from Gabon, Central Africa. The mask is dark brown in color and has a heart shaped concave face with a large convex forehead, characteristic of the region. Comes with a stand. Provenance: private collection, NY city. Wooden heads of Fang are often associated with wealth and social power. Throughout Gabon, these figurines serve as talismans or guardians to protect the remains of ancestors. Traditional African Wooden Heads And Folk Art Collectibles.
Dimensions
Overall size: H 15 in. All measurements are approximate.
Condition
Overall good vintage condition. Refer to photos. Sold as is.
