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Lot Y613
A FINE MINIATURE IVORY MASK 'GIHOKHO'
Estimated Value:
300 € - 500 €
Result:
389 € incl. Premium and VAT
Description:
Democratic Republic of the Congo, PendeH, 8,3 cm
These miniature representations of the large ceremonial masks made of wood were worn on the body as amulets. They are referred to as "gikhokho" or "ikhoko". Yellowish patina. Two mounting holes on the back.
From a German private collection, collected before 2000 - The Trade Certificate in the EU of this lot has been granted
