Dan Passport Mask Mayan Saslow South Orange NJ

Saslow South Orange NJ

their spirits (appeased by the feast and entertainment they have received

their fertile powers working their way into the forest undergrowth to invigorate the growth of the next generation of sacred trees

Signed: lower right

his work was presented in private exhibitions for curators and was selected for the annual “Designer’s Saturday” in October 1974

Dan Passport Mask Mayan Saslow South Orange NJBeautifully carved, tribally used Passport mask from the Dan People of Ivory Coast. Abstracted, symmetrically carved face and curved back. Well developed patina. Early 20th century. HEIGHT: 4 1 2 (11. 5 cm)WIDTH: 3 1 8" (8 cm) PROVENANCE: California collection.