African Tribal Art Heirloom Collection
Nov 4, 2020
USA
1243 Pond Street, Franklin. MA 02038
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LOT 46:
Hyena Suruku Mask, Bamana, Mali
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Start price:
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1,000
Estimated price:
$4,000 - $6,000
Auction house commission: 35%
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Hyena Suruku Mask, Bamana, Mali
African Tribal Art: Bamana People, Mali: Kore Society Hyena (Suruku) Mask, early 20th Century. Carved wood with dark brown patina.
The Suruku mask, with full body costume, takes care of the male initiates of the ‘Korè’ association during their instruction in the traditions of the tribe. It's features(bulging forehead, two very large ears, long nose, piercing eyes, mouth slightly open, are meant to symbolize the supernatural intelligence, vitality and an appetite for learning and knowledge.
