Hand carved Vintage Convite Ceremonial Dance Mask from Guatemala

Description

“For centuries, the indigenous people of Guatemala have produced extraordinary masks that show us the varied and colorful expressions of their culture. The purpose of the mask seems to be transformation, when one wears the mask the person acquires a completely new and different personality, becoming somebody else, a magical and unique experience.”
* Convite mask used in in Dept. of Suchitepequez
* Polychromed cedar wood with mirror inlays
* Dimensions: 8.5" length x 6.5″ width
* Unique piece especially with use of mirrors which is not common
*Good antique condition with nice patina and visible signs of use and wear
* Vintage 1970s
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