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Mexican Polychrome Hand-Carved Wood Conquistador Dance Mask

Currency:USD Category:Collectibles Start Price:50.00 USD Estimated At:200.00 - 800.00 USD
Mexican Polychrome Hand-Carved Wood Conquistador Dance Mask
This ceremonial dance mask is hand-carved from wood and finished with polychrome paint. Originating from Mexico, the piece is characteristic of ethnographic masks used in traditional community festivals. The mask features a stylized human face with tan skin tones, a prominent downturned black mustache, and wide eyes with painted eyelashes. A small zoomorphic figure, representing a jaguar or feline, is carved onto the forehead and painted in black with red and tan accents. The reverse side shows evidence of hand-tooling and a dark patina consistent with ceremonial use. Small holes are present for attachment, and a wire has been added for display.

Dimensions: 7.75"W x 5.50"H
Weight: 8.30oz

Condition: Good