Bidspirit auction | AFRICAN DAN ZAPKEI MASK WITH

AFRICAN DAN ZAPKEI MASK WITH SHELL - Ca. 20th century AD > A Dan mask with prominent circular eye openings, a projecting mouth and a darkened face, framed by rows of cowrie shells. Fibre and other attachments remain around the perimeter.Dan masks appear as part of performances involving a costumed wearer, music and community participation. Different mask personalities have roles in entertainment, initiation, social regulation and protection. >>Size: 230mm x 175mm; Weight: 450g > Provenance: Private London Collection; Ex. Private UK Collection. >>