Lot 99
** A portion of the proceeds from the sale of this artwork will be donated to the Anthony Quinn Foundation, whose mission is to advocate for the important role arts education plays in personal development and in the overall improvement of social, economic and cultural systems. Learn more at aqfoundation.org **
Central America, Guatemala, ca. early 20th century. A fine hand-carved and hand-painted wooden dance mask, perhaps representing a character from the Dance of the Conquest - although we think this mask is perfect for Guy Fawkes Day! The dramatic visage consists of an oversized triangular nose, furrowed brows, a notched mouth, and the facial hair is delineated in black pigments which contrasts against the ashy white skin. The eyes are pierced for the wearer to see through, and the raised sockets are surrounded by eyelashes. Masks, such as this one, were often made and worn during festivals and parades. Size: 5.75" W x 8.2" H (14.6 cm x 20.8 cm); 10.25" H (26 cm) on included custom stand.
Published in Anthony Quinns Eye: A Lifetime of Creating and Collecting Art by Donald Kuspit, Jay Parini, and Tom Roberts (Bristol, Rhode Island: Bristol House Press, 2004), page 32.
Provenance: ex-private collection of actor Anthony Quinn and his wife Katherine, Bristol, Rhode Island, USA acquired prior to 2000
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#169193
- Condition: Repair to top of proper right eye socket as well as left eyebrow, with chips and adhesive residue along break lines. Abrasions and fading to pigment, with inactive insect damage, and nicks to nose, peripheries, and other raised areas. Nice preservation to facial features and pigment in most areas. Old inventory label within verso of mask.
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