Vintage Mexican Folk Art Dance Mask: Viejito Art Deco each hand holding a flail

each hand holding a flail

and Five Elements

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75" DIAMETER x 1

This carving mimics the iconic saddled warhorses of the Tang Dynasty (618–907 AD) which symbolize nobility

Vintage Mexican Folk Art Dance Mask: Viejito Art Deco each hand holding a flailTraveling Man Treasures is selling this hand carved wooden Mexican folk art dance mask. The mask features: broad red lips, prominent nose, and deep set eyesit is most likely a representation of a "Viejito" (Old Man) or a related ceremonial character used in traditional festival dances. The piece is in good condition as shown. DIMENSIONS: 10" H x 6" x 4" D Masks of this style are primarily produced in the Mexican states of Michoacn and Guerrero, which