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African Art, Dan Masks, Of The Dan People Of West Africa (Liberia)




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Reference Number: Avaluer:16946354Handmade: Yes
Country/Region of Manufacture: Liberia
Original Description:
Dan masks are the most important art form of the Danpeople of West Africa (Liberia).  Thismask is made of wood with metal eye rings and cloth/fiber mouth piece.  There are clawed teeth attached in themovable mouth.  Excellent condition.  Dan masks are sacred objects that are used forprotection and for communication with the spirit world. $25014”x 6.5”x5Thesemasks are authentic, original, one of a kind and are not mass productions. Thisart is part ...of the private collection of my father who was an avid African Artcollector, educator and scholar.  Hetraveled extensively for over 20 years in Eastern and Western Africa while residingand working with the people of Africa.  Hehas donated many pieces from his collection to various institutions in theUnited States.  Each item has beenpersonally collected and is a one of a kind, authentic piece of art.  Seemy other eBay listings for more available African art.Shipping within thecontinental US only.  Please inquire for shipping internationally, orHawaii and Alaska.



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