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HALF FACE MASK
Probably Kuba culture, Zaire
First half of the 20th century
Small green copper alloy
H. 10.4; L. 15.2 cm
This half-mask features an angular nose flanked by two inverted openwork triangles on the cheekbones. Its globular eyes are almond-shaped, encircled by three cylindrical hems. Its temples are marked with geometric friezes stretching to small C-shaped ears. The upper and lower rims are pierced along their entire length.
Very good condition. On base.
Reference : 4691
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