Vintage Guatemalan Hand-Carved and Painted Folk Art Animal Mask

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Striking vintage folk art mask handmade in Guatemala, carved from wood and vibrantly hand-painted in yellow, red, cream, turquoise, and … Read more Striking vintage folk art mask handmade in Guatemala, carved from wood and vibrantly hand-painted in yellow, red, cream, turquoise, and black. The dramatic animal form features an elongated snout, open mouth, prominent ears or horns, and bold circular motifs covering the surface. Expressive carved details and irregular hand-painted decoration give the piece a highly individual character. Traditionally inspired Guatemalan masks such as this were created within a rich tradition of ceremonial and dance masks, while also being collected as decorative folk art. A wonderfully sculptural wall piece with strong color, texture, and presence. See less