African 18.5 NGIL Gorilla mask FANG tribe Gabon, TRIBAL AFRICAN ART CRAFTS
Beautiful stylized large 18.5 NGIL mask of the FANG tribe from Gabon. The ngil (gorilla) masks were worn by members of a male society of the same name during the initiation of new members and the persecution of wrong-doers. A mask with a very nice white and brown patina.
The heart shape in the face, the prominent nose and the high forehead are typical features of these masks. Take a good look at the pictures. Height: 18.5 inch, 47 cm Width: 6.7 inch, 17 cm Depth: 3.1 inch, 8 cm. Stand not included in the sale.
We welcome all reasonable offers! We appreciate your bussiness and look forward to helping you bring home a piece of history! This item is in the category "Antiques\Ethnographic\African\Masks".
The seller is "webrasa" and is located in this country: NL. This item can be shipped worldwide.- Tribe: Fang
- Material: Wood
- Original/Reproduction: Original
- Color: White