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Ntomo, Malinki (#1655)

$ 131.47

Availability: 100 in stock
  • Handmade: Yes
  • Item must be returned within: 14 Days
  • Return shipping will be paid by: Buyer
  • Restocking Fee: No
  • Condition: Paint faded, mask dusted not cleaned, has nicks and scratches, metal is “corroded” or otherwise discolored and chipped in some areas (note area on both eyes); the ornament affixed to the right two horns is bent (concave) in the middle.
  • Country/Region of Manufacture: Mali
  • Modified Item: No
  • Provenance: Ownership History Available
  • Refund will be given as: Money Back
  • All returns accepted: Returns Accepted

    Description

    Ethnic Group and Region: Malinke, Mali
    Formerly Displayed: 5
    th
    Avenue Mask Museum, Hendersonville NC (# 1655)
    Tag on mask: Ntomo: Malinki, Mali
    Measurements are approximate.
    Mask height: 26 3/4 inches
    Mask width:
    8 7/8 inches
    Mask depth: 6 1/2 inches
    Material: Wood, metal, hand carved
    Acquired year: post 2004
    Acquired from: unknown
    Information and the only claim with respect to authenticity about this mask are taken from notes and sketches by Ellen Hobbs. Her sketch is shown with the photos of the mask. No other representations of authenticity are made.