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surgi-sharp 23rd February 2022 03:51 PM

Mask of some sort
 
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Could be African

Bob A 25th February 2022 03:17 AM

Could hardly be anything else.

Could you post a pic of the back of the mask, please?

surgi-sharp 26th February 2022 12:28 AM

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more shots of mask

ariel 4th March 2022 06:25 AM

I think it is decorative, for tourists planning on hanging it on the wall.
The back of the mask tells the story: it was not made to wear it, no place even for the nose. Just almost flat surface. Also, there are empty nail holes for a string and the wood looks quite new.
My guess not older than 20-30 years.

fernando 5th March 2022 05:43 PM

Speaking of which ...
 
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Look how zealous the Thay authorities are with their artifacts for export ... even if only decorative.
This one has been with me for the last 40 years.


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ariel 6th March 2022 06:27 AM

Preserving their cultural heritage is a good thing. The definition of how old and artistic the object should be to qualify for such protection is a legitimate business business of any country.

But I remember Royal Palace in Bangkok. Outside the palace was a rickety construction, without walls, just a roof on the poles, providing partial coverage. Inside were shelves and stands of old daabs, rusty beyond recognition, fully exposed to heat and humidity.

Somehow, this did not inspire my confidence in the Thai protection of their cultural heritage.


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