Animal mask with a wonderful primal presence. The mask was part of the collection of the Abbey Arts Centre, New Barnet, established by William Ohly in 1946. William Ohly was a well-known dealer at the time who ran the Berkeley Galleries in London. The mask captures the character and presence of a bush spirit. The surface was once decorated with red pigments and has its original fiber costume attached.
Ex William Ohly (1883 - 1955), Abbey Arts Centre/Museum, New Barnet, UK
Estimated Period: Early 20th Century
Height: 62 cm
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