Facemask
Punu people, Gabon
Wood with black and red paint, caked kaolin
Circa 1st quarter, 20th century
Grove Gallery, New York 1981
11.5” / 30cm high
These masks, known as okuyi masks, are worn to entertain on important communal occasions. They represent “an idealized” female face and are believed to harness the powers of female ancestors.
$4800
