53. Garhwal theatre mask / Masque de théâtre Garwhal
53. Garhwal theatre mask / Masque de théâtre Garwhal
This mask very probably represents an ancestor or a divinity. The open mouth shows large teeth that must have provoked hilarity among the theatre audience of the time.
Wood with beautiful ancient patina.
Garhwal, Northern India Late 19th century Dimension: 28 cm (11 in)
Reference: Masks of the Himalayas, François Pannier, Paris, 2009.
Provenance:
Ratna Bir Shakya Collection, Kathmandu.
Item location :
Paris, France
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Ce masque représente probablement un ancêtre ou une divinité. La bouche grande ouverte laisse voir de grandes dents qui devaient susciter l’hila- rité chez les spectateurs de théâtre garwhal.
Bois et belle patine ancienne.
Garwhal, Inde du Nord Fin du XIXème siècle Dimension : 28 cm
Référence : Masks of the Himalayas, François Pannier, Paris, 2009
Provenance :
- Collection Ratna Bir Shakya, Kathmandu.
500-700$
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