Lot 176
MAGAR PEOPLE,19TH TO EARLY 20TH CENTURY
Powerfully carved as an angry male face with incised decoration. Together with a fitted metal stand.
20cm high, 15cm wide. 30cm high total height with stand
Estimate $1,000 - $2,000
chipping and wear from normal use.
LJ delivery size: Small
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The Magar of the Nepalese middle hills practice 'Shamanism' mixing elements of Buddhism and Hinduism. Shamans and special dancers performed with such masks and costumes during sacred ceremonies and theatrical performances.
Decorative Arts and Asian Art, Including Tribal Artefacts
AUCTION
Sale: LJ8372
12:00pm - 20 October 2020
333 Malvern Rd, South Yarra 3141
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Dominic Kavanagh
decorativearts@leonardjoel.com.au
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