Punu · Gabon
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Carved Wooden Crested Mask with Hollow Eyes and Bared Teeth
Details
| Dimensions | Height 35 cm (13¾ in)Width 15 cm (5⅞ in) |
|---|---|
| Country | Democratic Republic of the Congo / Gabon / Côte d’Ivoire Central or West African region (such as Gabon, the Congo Basin, or Côte d'Ivoire) |
Symbolism & Iconography
Features a prominent grooved vertical crest, hollow circular eye and nose sockets, and a bared-teeth smile, which traditionally symbolize spiritual vigilance, transformation, and ritual protection
Aesthetic & Formal Analysis
Characterized by a striking swept-back ribbed crest, hollow circular facial apertures, sweeping brow contours, a detailed toothy smile, and an organic, weathered surface texture
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