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Spirit of the Dead Mask
Ref: 4634
A terrific old painted and carved mask from Nepal/Central Himalayas, these masks represented spirits whose energy had been harnessed by shamans, the masks ornamented houses to deter evil influences or were used in dance.
Central Himalayas 20th cent
H: 29cm (11.4in)
W: 19cm (7.5in)
D: 12cm (4.7in)
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