A RARE TOPENG SKULL MASK FROM JAVA INDONESIA ( No 4068 ) Spotlight mottled patina darkened with age

mottled patina darkened with age

and in good condition

Height  approx 250 by 130cm

This is a superb bottom cover decoration from the Mangbetu tribe of the Congo

From the Turkana  people of Kenya

A RARE TOPENG SKULL MASK FROM JAVA INDONESIA ( No 4068 ) Spotlight mottled patina darkened with ageThis is a rare minimalist theatre mask from Java, Indonesia depicting a skull . It is unusual because it is so elemental without the bottom part of the face, from the top row of teeth down. Features well developed painted patina which is obviously old and extends to the back. In good collectable condition with wear. Stand can be included but not custom made. We guarantee this item has been indigenously used. Height of mask approx 20cm