Worn Punu Duma Female Guardian Spirit Mask

Old and well used Punu Duma female guardian spirit mask, with…
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Old and well used Punu Duma female guardian spirit mask, with worn pigments, Gabon, This old Punu maiden spirit mask was originally painted in traditional white koalin with red lips, but most of this colour has worn off over time, though there are traces of the original pigment still visible. An older example, as the most recent ones are carved in lighter, softer timber. Provenance: Purchased Christensen collection, then private collection Southern Highlands.

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