This mask was carved in the style of the Bassa people of Liberia. The mask has an attractive appearance with an intricately carved coiffure and a solemn expression. The mask measures 10 inches tall, 14 inches including the custom stand, and weighs 1.5 pounds and 3 pounds on its stand. It is in good condition with minor imperfections.
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Bassa African Mask w/ Stand 14″ – Liberia
Original price was: $295.00.$177.00Current price is: $177.00.
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| Type of Object | Face Mask with Custom Stand |
|---|---|
| Country of Origin | Liberia |
| Ethnicity | Bassa |
| Material | Wood, Pigment |
| Approximate Age | Unknown |
| Height (Inches) | 10.5" & 14" w/ stand |
| Width (Inches) | 6.5” |
| Depth (Inches) | 4” |
| Weight (Pounds) | 1.5 lbs & 3 lbs w/ stand |
| Overall Condition | Good with minor imperfections. |
Tribe Information
About the Bassa People
“Bassa territory lies in the middle of present day Liberia. Their economy is based on rice which they cultivate around small villages which have a population of around two hundred. Bassa artistic tradition has been influenced by their north-eastern neighbours, the Dan, who live on the Ivory Coast.”
Source:
Baquart, Jean-Baptiste. The Tribal Arts of Africa. New York: Thames and Hudson Inc. 1998. Print.
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