Wall Decoration Antique Wide Wooden Shaman Mask – Geometric Lip Carving – Himalayan Region – 26 cm
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Authentic Antique Wide Wooden Shaman Mask with Geometric Lip Carving – Himalayan Region – 26 cm
Specifications: H 26 × W 25 cm | Weight: 600 grams | Unique Wide Format | Bone-dry Hardwood
We proudly present an exceptionally broad and powerfully modeled piece of primitive and tribal art: an original antique hand-carved wooden shaman mask from the Himalayan region (Nepal / Bhutan border region). This ritual collectible dates from the late 19th to early 20th century (ca. 1890-1920) and is in sublime, unrestored condition. Thanks to its immense age, all moisture has completely disappeared from the wood cells, which explains the light weight of 600 grams.
Robust Structure & Carved Iconography
This mask distinguishes itself by its unique, almost square proportions and brings a raw, untamed atmosphere to any high-end or modern interior:
- Geometric Lip Contours: Around the carved-open mouth cavity, the master carver has carved a razor-sharp, double-leaf-shaped contour line deep into the wood. This gives the mask an intriguing, stylized smile. The nose is heavy, flat, and solidly aligned.
- Fibrous "Pitting" Skin: The entire front displays the pure biology of old hardwood. The surface is full of natural pitting, drying cracks on the forehead, and a layered, dark patina of burned-in temple soot and ambient air.
- Original Mounting Remnants: On the sides are the authentic, hand-drilled holes in which the historical, weathered carrying cords are still partially present. This proves the active, ritual usage history of the guardian.
Product details
| Representation: | Shaman Mask / Ritual Altar Mask (Tribal Art) |
| Material: | Hand-carved hardwood with natural, dry fiber patina and soot marks |
| Origin / Style: | Himalaya Region (Nepal / Bhutan) |
| Dating: | Late 19th / Early 20th Century (ca. 1900) – Fully antique |
| Dimensions & Weight: | H 26 × W 25 cm | Weight: 600 grams |
| Condition: | Exceptional, untouched tribal condition. Authentic deep shrinkage cracks, bone-dry wood, and original cord remnants on the sides. 100% nonsense-free. |
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