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A distinctive pairing of West African decorative arts featuring an intricately decorated gourd mask and a Mandinka knife with an …
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A distinctive pairing of West African decorative arts featuring an intricately decorated gourd mask and a Mandinka knife with an ornamented sheath. Acquired together from a larger collection, the pieces combine expressive forms, geometric patterns, and richly textured materials.
The dark-finished gourd mask features cream-colored incised designs, oval eyes, and an open mouth. The Mandinka knife has an oxidized metal blade and a turquoise-and-black wrapped handle. Its reddish-brown sheath features geometric decoration, multicolored woven accents, and long leather-like fringe.
Mask: Decorated gourd, approximately 8.5" H
Knife: Metal blade with wrapped handle with sheath 18" including fringe
Origin: West African
Condition: Visible oxidation, surface wear, and natural material irregularities.
An interesting grouping for collectors of African folk art and traditional decorative arts. The knife's Mandinka attribution has not been independently verified.
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- Dimensions
- 10ʺW × 6ʺD × 18ʺH
- Period
- 1920s
- Country of Origin
- Mali
- Item Type
- Vintage, Antique or Pre-owned
- Materials
- Gourd
- Leather
- Metal
- Condition
- Good Condition, Original Condition Unaltered, Some Imperfections
- Color
- Brown
- Condition Notes
- Preowned condition with visible oxidation to the knife blade, surface wear to the mask and sheath, and natural material irregularities. … morePreowned condition with visible oxidation to the knife blade, surface wear to the mask and sheath, and natural material irregularities. Fringe shows curling and unevenness. Please review photographs. less
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