Pretty and old mushroom mask, with a shiny black patina. These mask are made from tree parasit mushroom with a minimal carving work . The aime of the carvers is to take advantage of the native form of the mushroom These masks are usually hung inside homes to function as protective effigies. They are more occasionally used as face masks at certain parties, H 20 cm, width 300 cm weight 650 grams.

Aluminium casted shamanic figure showing a shaman seated and playing the drum H 26.5 cm More information on request

The rectangular copper plaque with nicely rendered and detailed repousse decoration and chased details of three Bodhisattvas atop a central zodiacal medallion flanked by Apsaras and supported by two lotus roundels - one with trigrams and the other a lotus blossom with rich, impressed sanskrit. Other decoration throughout including large stylized sanskrit, small sanskrit labeling figures and narrating devices and the whole, and various tantric symbols...

Miniature ghurra with a couple of birds to symbolise fertility. It is said that this type of miniature ghurra were used to churn smmal quantitu of milk when shephears were in summer pastures, obvious signs of use and age. Prsented on an metal stand. H 13 cm

. This mask takes advantage of the natural shape and texture of a peculiar piece of wood.Such mask is a potent and direct emanation of mother nature with minimal human interaction. Only the eyes and the mouth openings result from human action. This kind of Mask is sculpted with minimal work taking advantage of natural deformations. The natural material would be tree roots, at least that is the information provided by the sellers...

light wood, white pigment, hands in praying gesture, collection number "AJP996" at the back of the head, min. dam., minor missing parts, fine cracks, breakages (right shoulder/leg), traces of insect caused damage (above all at the bottom of the base) H: 49 cm, H: 19,3 inch Provenance: Jean-Paul Agogue, Paris, France Zemanek Münster 80th Tribal Art Auction Lot 2 (2015)

An old ghurra showing a seating protector beating the drum , such design evokes the shamanic influence. The shaman is surmounted by a ram. Super black soot patina, Obvious signs a important use. H 25 cm , the protector is 13 cm height.

Ritual mask with a friendly expression from the north of India, bordering Nepal.. H. 32 cm. Mid 20th century. Ex coll. Ron Mansfeld, The Netherlands. Collected in India in the 90’s.

A figural painted wooden gun powder flask in the form of a Makara with a maiden holding a pot, protruding from its mouth. Missing stopper. Condition: lost stopper, paint with some wear. Dimension: c. 19 x 17 cm.

A fine small figure , very hard black wood H 31 cm , mounted on a metal base more information on request

At least two stories are forwarded to describe this ritual phurba -1 they are as protector of crops stored in granaries. 2- they are used during funerals , the bird is supposed to take away the souls of dead people during cremation or other burial ceremonies These type of phurba seems peculiar to Gurung priests or shamans. Important soot patina indicative of an important age , at least early to mid 20th. H 28 cm ,

This is a great archetype of ghurra, showing an interlace of ropes which local name is netti, so in some areas "Netti" becomes the generic name for Ghurras. This ghurra demonstrates a great carving achievement with incredible signs of use. H25 cm wide 8 cm , thickness 5.5 cm An iron metal stand can be offered More information on request Please double click on pictures to get the highest enlargments

A pair old jewelry ornaments attached in the coiffure, near the ears by Tibetan women. Made of metal alloy and set with turquoise stones. The reverse with a later added silver stick pin. Condition: few traces of usage. Dimension: c. 9.9 cm long x 3.9 cm wide, weight: 66 g.

Classic archetype of the Himalayan masks, hardwood, large precision sculpture, painting traces representing the Trisul shavaite, excellent seniority at least early 20 th, H 30 cm Further information on request

This mask was made using a milk pot fragment, the noose has been added. A superb old black soot patina both inside and out side indicate a long use at least from early mid 20th. H 23 wide 16 cm More information on request

Mask combining a rough appearance with a minimal shape, the orifices of the eyes and mouth are rather square in shape, there are small ears on the sides. Beautiful black soot patina with traces of glue, very hard wood H 25 cm x 20 cm.

Decorated with geometric motifs. W. 16 cm, H. 18 cm. Weight 300 gr. Great condition with nice age wear. Early to mid 20th century. Literature: ' Ethnic Jewellery from Africa, Asia and Pacific Islands, the René van der Star Collection' , page 115.

Jaganath shrine painting on cloth. Early-mid 20th c. 380 x 460 mm. Framed