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Wednesday, 27 March - Monday, 8 April 2024

A large vintage Māori carved gable mask,

Estimate $600 - $1,200

Realised: $1,050 plus premium

Lot Details

in deep relief with lineal and notch detail, double spirals to the cheeks, tongue extended and pronounced flared brow. Paua shell inset eyes. H.665mm. Provenance: Purchased/commissioned by an American woman who on her return to the US, purchased an airline seat for this carving. Purchased by our vendor in Santa Monica.

A large vintage Māori carved gable mask, Image 1++
A large vintage Māori carved gable mask, Image 1++