Chokwe pretty woman mask
Traditional African art mask from Angola: this is a Chokwe mask representing the face of a young and beautiful woman who is old enough to find a husband.
The mask is aesthetic, it pays homage to feminine beauty and was worn by a man.
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Data sheet
- Presumed dating
- Circa 1960
- Size
- 19 x 14 cm (wood only)
- Ethnic group
- Material(s)
- Wood, raphia
- Country
- Origin
- Tribal Art Collection Portugal
- Condition
- Excellent
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