Shoowa / Democratic Republic of Congo Hand woven Raffia Textile Cloth, Africa Mid 20th Century. 47: x 23 1/2". Rib is pulled from palm frond and rubbed soft. Fiber is scraped with a shell and combed. It is then woven on loom and pounded with ivory tusk until soft. In excellent condition. Ex: Christa and Antony Ellison collection, FL.
Carved Walnut head of a Lion, from England circa 1850 C.E. Ready to pounce with fierce gaze elongated fangs and snarling mouth. Deep set eyes and wrinkled nose surrounded by curly mane. Flat on reverse and on custom stand. Head is 10" high. In excellent condition.
Two Tibetan Copper / Brass Gao Prayer Boxes with Tsa Tsa, memorial Buddha statues dedicated to ill or deceasedm circa 1890. Both have embroidered covers with delicate swtitching from early 20th Century. Round is 3 3/4" long and other is 4 1/4" long.
Mexican Wooden "Day of the Dead" Mask, Guerrero Mexico, Early 20th Century, 15 1/2" high. Human form of male with curly hair and beard. Large eyes, sharp nose, white teeth and mouth pursed in expression of fright. Some loss due to age and wear but in great condition.
