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This item has been SOLD. This painted leather Tigre mask has been associated with various boys coming of age rituals. At one time boys would, as a part of that ceremony don these masks and battle with wood staffs. Today the festival is more celebratory. Our mask is painted in the traditional yellow and black of a tiger. The boar bristle whiskers and brows along with the mirror eyes give the mask a real presence. The leather is stiff with age and a bit gritty. The left eye surround has noticeable wear. In all other respects it is a good example of this style Tigre mask. A colorful addition to any Mexican Folk Art Collection. Size 10" in height and 7.5" in diameter. 1960-70"s
Regional & Ethnic Antiques
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