A POTENT GUERRE MASK FROM THE IVORY COAST ( No 4581)

This is a large, brut Guerre tribe detective mask from the Ivory Coast.
Features layers of talismans around the mask to give it spiritual potency.  The aesthetic is intended to fill the audience with awe and reverence. The patina is encrusted and obviously old. This is an unusual example In collectible condition with weathering and weathering. We guarantee this item has
been tribally used. Ex USA collection .Height of mask approx 45
cm.