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Bronze Mask
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Bronze Mask

1920 - 1940
Description

Unusual 1930's Art Deco bronze mask with an emerald and gold colored face in the Aztec style.

Original Aztec masks would have been used as ornaments and were sometimes used as part of a ritual, or as a death mask. Later on in history the idea was adapted so that they became hand held masks made of a lighter material, covering the faces of dancers at masquerade balls. This fashion continues today in some countries.

This bronze mask is displayed on an Art Deco style, pyramid shaped black marble base.

Physical Dimensions
Height
51cm (20.08")
Width
23cm (9.06")
Depth
16cm (6.30")
Declaration

Carlton House Antiques has dated this Verdigris Bronze Mask Sculpture to the 1930s.

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SA525144
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Description
Unusual 1930's Art Deco bronze mask with an emerald and gold colored face in the Aztec style.
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Original Aztec masks would have been used as ornaments and were sometimes used as part of a ritual, or as a death mask.
Carlton House Antiques

Later on in history the idea was adapted so that they became hand held masks made of a lighter material, covering the faces of dancers at masquerade balls. This fashion continues today in some countries.

This bronze mask is displayed on an Art Deco style, pyramid shaped black marble base.

Height
51cm (20.08")
Width
23cm (9.06")
Depth
16cm (6.30")
Date of Manufacture

Carlton House Antiques has dated this Verdigris Bronze Mask Sculpture to the 1930s.

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SA525144
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030
Carlton House Antiques
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A stylized verdigris green bronze mask sculpture featuring polished golden details, mounted on a tall black pyramidal plinth base.
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Archive I A stylized verdigris green bronze mask sculpture featuring polished golden details, mounted on a tall black pyramidal plinth base.

Bronze Mask

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Carlton House Antiques
Telephone 020 3581 2145 or 07442 105319
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United Kingdom
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Items For Sale 87
Items Sold 27
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A stylized verdigris green bronze mask sculpture featuring polished golden details, mounted on a tall black pyramidal plinth base.
Bronze Mask
Ref: SA525144
A stylized verdigris green bronze mask sculpture featuring polished golden details, mounted on a tall black pyramidal plinth base.
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Cataloguer’s note

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  • ObjectSculptures
  • Period1920 - 1940
  • StyleMid-Century Modern
  • MaterialBronze, Stone
  • ColourVerdigris Green
  • MotifsVerdigris patination, Polished facial features, Pyramidal plinth, Geometric facial lines
  • SizeH 51 cm (20 in) x W 23 cm (9 in) x D 16 cm (6 in)

This unusual 1930 Art Deco sculpture takes the form of a stylised bronze mask in the Aztec style, mounted upon a tall black marble pyramidal plinth base. The piece displays a striking combination of a textured verdigris green face contrasted with polished golden facial features, geometric facial lines, and vertical neck rings. The entire sculpture stands 51 cm high, 23 cm wide, and 16 cm deep. Placed on a sideboard top in a contemporary interior, this mid-century modern work serves as a distinctive decorative focal point. The solid composition of bronze and stone anchors the design, while the play of emerald and gold tones adds subtle warmth to the surrounding space. The item functions purely as an ornamental display sculpture for modern living areas.

FAQs

Stylized bronze masks have long played a role in various cultural traditions, notably in West Africa and early 20th-century European modernist movements inspired by traditional tribal art. Artisans used lost-wax casting methods to produce detailed metallic faces for ceremonial or decorative display.

These sculptures are cast using bronze alloy, a mixture primarily composed of copper and tin. The green coloration, known as verdigris, is achieved through chemical patination processes applying acids or salts to accelerate natural metal oxidisation.

Authentic bronze pieces feature significant weight, cold-to-the-touch metallic surfaces, and natural variation in the patination depth. Inspecting seam lines, foundry marks, and the quality of attached mounting bases helps verify period construction.

Place the sculpture on a neutral surface such as a marble mantelpiece or dark wood sideboard to highlight its colour contrast. Pair it with structured greenery, architectural books, or minimalist glass accents to complement its sculptural form.

Dust the surface regularly using a soft, dry microfibre cloth or horsehair brush. Avoid water, harsh chemical detergents, or abrasive cleaners, as these can strip the delicate patina and compromise the polished metal finishes.
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