277: A LARGE CARVED WOOD AFRICAN BOBO ANTELOPE MASK

The Bobo Antelope mask in wood from Burkina Faso with long curling horns, half dome eyes, long ears and serrated teeth is embellished with a triangular pattern carved in bas-relief over entire head.

Provenance: Morton and Estelle Sosland. The Soslands began acquiring examples of African and other tribal art in the 1960s, possibly earlier. Over the last two decades, objects of African Art with provenance to Morton and Estelle Sosland have been sold for up to six figures at major auctions in New York and California.
Measures 47 x 14 x 14 inches.
Good condition as shown with overall occasional chips and minor insect damage.
Provenance: The estate of Morton and Estelle Sosland.In Kansas City, the Sosland family name is synonymous with both giving, and the arts. Of their many contributions to the community, 'The Soslands gave one of the nation's finest private collections of American Indian art to the Nelson-Atkins' museum (nelson-atkins.org). The content of this auction bears testament to their keen eye and varied interests. No property has been added; each lot here originates with the Sosland family and sells without reserve.
$500 - $750