Miniature Mask

Mano, Liberia
Early 20th Century
Previous Collection: Collected in Eastern Liberia by Hayden Walling 1952-54

This is a classic example of a Mano miniature mask called a passport mask; known to the tribes as Ma-Go. Although 'passport' could be considered a misnomer; there is some truth to this description; but mostly these masks were for personal protection. This example has a beautiful surface; almost chestnut brown in color with a lustrious sheen. The traditional Mano features are present; downcast eyes; a medial ridge on forehead and downcast mouth. The quality, pedigree and age make for a fine passport mask in excellent condition.

This mask stands 2.75 inches in height
IN 10-13-12/ SOLD