Description: VINTAGE DAN ZAKPAI GE MASK, LIBERIA This fine, old Zakpai Ge mask is oval and covered by red fabric decorated with black-painted details; the round eye-holes are surrounded by tin embellishments and the mask's perimeter is ornamented with native cloth. Zakpai masks were used to enforce fire prevention; the mask-wearer monitored bonfires and punished those whose carelessness may have endangered the village. If a fire was not properly attended to, the masquerader may have beaten the offender with sticks. Source: DanRegion: LiberiaMaterial: Wood, fabric and tin ornamentation at eye-holesEstimated Age: Second Quarter, 20th CenturyCondition: Excellent; moderate wear commensurate with age and useDimensions: 9.25” (23.4cm) H. x 5.25” (13.3cm) W. x 2.25” (5.7cm)Provenance: Acquired on 11/23/’77 at Sotheby Parke-Bernet galleries in New York City.The last photo includes the cover of "African Arts" magazine, 01/1978. Authenticity is unconditionally guaranteed - the Certificate of Authenticity accompanying this mask was prepared and signed by R.T. Rogers, longtime A.S.A. Senior Member, retired scholar and certified ethnographic art specialist. International buyer, add $250 shipping. Please use PayPal or contact seller for alternate arrangement. Bidders with 10 or fewer "feedback" or private comments are welcome to bid, but must first contact seller to verify transaction or bid may be cancelled. All rights reserved for all countries. No part of the contents of this page may be reproduced without prior written permission of the author. Copyright © Rod Rogers, 2022. Visit my other items and be sure to add me to your favorites list! Bid with confidence; please review my twenty-seven year 100% positive feedback record.
Price: 995 USD
Location: Merrick, New York
End Time: 2023-12-30T16:22:09.000Z
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All returns accepted: ReturnsNotAccepted
Era: First Quarter, 20th Century
Product Type: MASK
Time Period Manufactured: 1600-1900
Country/Region of Manufacture: Liberia
Handmade: Yes
