11-09-201911-09-2019
Skinner Auctions
Skinner AuctionsBoston MA
3316BBoston
November 9, 2019 10:00 AMCalender
176

Yoruba Gelede Helmet Mask

Sell one like this
 
Auction: American Indian & Ethnographic Arts - 3316BLocation: BostonDate / Time: November 09, 2019 10:00AM

Description:

Yoruba Gelede Helmet Mask, hollowed-out hemispherical form pierced on the rim, elongated face with protruding mouth and nose, coffee-bean pierced eyes with heavy lids, high protruding forehead under an animal in combat with a snake, glossy black patina, lg. 9 3/4, wd. 7 3/4, ht. 10 in.

Provenance: Collection of Joseph Aurelian Cornet.
Estimate $2,000-3,000


Items may have wear and tear, imperfections, or the effects of aging. Any condition statement given, as a courtesy to a client, is only an opinion and should not be treated as a statement of fact. Skinner shall have no responsibility for any error or omission.

Keywords

Joseph Aurelian Cornet