Monkey Mask, Guatemala

2.500
19th century
Tribal Art
DELIVERY
From: 69620, Ternand, France

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    Polychrome wooden dance mask representing a monkey's head.
    He appeared in the dance of the monkeys (Danza de los monos) or in the dance of the stags (Danza de los Venados). These two dances have a pre-Hispanic origin and include stories where different animals can intervene, which generally symbolize struggles between villagers and wild animals, between humans and evil spirits.
    This mask is beautifully made and very realistic both in sculpting and painting. It is a very beautiful old testimony of Guatemalan indigenous art.
    Size: 20.3 cm x 14 cm
    Polychrome wood, wear, scratches and slight losses (see photos)
    Late 19th or early 20th century
    Guatemala
    Provenance: ex private collection of Hawaii, United States
    ex-Dave deRoche collection, California, USA
    Sold with its base

    Ref: YWOMHFBLTL

    Condition As is
    Style Tribal Art (Pre-Columbian art of Tribal Art Style)
    Period 19th century (Pre-Columbian art 19th century)
    Country of origin Guatemala
    Width (cm) 14 cm
    Height (cm) 20,3 cm
    Materials Wood
    Shipping Time Ready to ship in 4-7 Business Days
    Location 69620, Ternand, France
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