An early to mid 20th century primitive face mask carved from a dried bracket fungus. Originating from the mountains of Nepal, these masks known as 'fog eaters' were positioned outside houses and other dwelling and were believed to serve an apotropaic function, warding away bad spirits.
H 15.5cm x W 23 cm x D 8.5 cm
An early to mid 20th century primitive face mask carved from a dried bracket fungus. Originating from the mountains of Nepal, these masks known as 'fog eaters' were positioned outside houses and other dwelling and were believed to serve an apotropaic function, warding away bad spirits.
H 15.5cm x W 23 cm x D 8.5 cm
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