Moon Mask, ca. 1880, Côte d'Ivoire, Baule peoples, Wood, H. 10 1/2 × W. 6 3/4 × D. 5 1/4 in. ( × × cm), Wood

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Moon Mask, ca. 1880, Côte d'Ivoire, Baule peoples, Wood, H. 10 1/2 × W. 6 3/4 × D. 5 1/4 in. ( × × cm), Wood-Sculpture, This Baule mask features a perfectly round, domed face framed by a flat rim bordered with a pierced serrated decoration, echoing the zigzag border of a cup delicately balanced at the summit. The crescent eyes, slender nose, naturalistic mouth, and a panel of concentric triangles carved in relief on each cheek contribute to the refined composition

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