320 Pantops Center
Charlottesville, VA 22911
United States
Bremo Auctions is a full service auction house located in the historic town of Charlottesville VA. While our primary focus is on fresh-to-the-market property from distinguished Virginia Estates, institutions and private collections our individualized approach is tailored to meet the needs of each cl...Read more
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Sep 17, 2016 - Sep 18, 2016
Guro mask from Ivory Coast with realistic rooster resting on head; measures approximately 21" tall; please refer to photographs for condition. Guro masks represent the spirit of Gu, the wife of Zamble, a supernatural being. Gu is often depicted as elegant, graceful, serene and beautiful. Important characteristics of note, found in Guro art, include a skillful combination of human and animal forms and notable features on masks, are almond shaped eyes, rounded foreheads, and finely sculptured nose and mouth with small but sprouting lips. Hairdos and headdress are delicately sculptured and elaborate. The masks are normally colorful and coated with natural dyes. Sacred guro masks, delicately crafted and colorful are used and honored during sacrificial gatherings, funerals, and celebrations. They honor protective spirits called "zuzu" and these spirits were housed in shrines.
Shipping is the responsibility of the purchaser. Listed below is our list of shippers who deliver to destinations within the United States and overseas. Some property that is sold at auction can be subject to laws governing export from the U.S., such as items that include material from some endangered species. Import restrictions from foreign countries are subject to these same governing laws. Granting of licensing for import or export of goods from local authorities is the sole responsibility of the buyer. Denial or delay of licensing will not constitute cancellation or delay in payment for the total purchase price of these lots.
Shipper Recommendations are as follows: (1) Blue Ridge Pack & Ship (Owner: Mike; For Smalls, Art, Etc.): (434) 977-8462 or info@blueridgepack.com (2) Freighters & Craters (Contact: Mike Puletti; For Furniture, Large Art): (804) 778-4455 or (877) 744-7496 (3) Pack-n-Mail (For Smalls, Art, Etc.): (434) 971-5911 or packnmailva@gmail.com (4) Worth Moving (Furniture): (804)571-6311, (804)898-8412, or worthmoving@gmail.com (5) UPS Store: (434) 975-1100 or store3344@theupsstore.com (6) Wintersteen Trucking (Furniture): (785) 543-5999 or (800) 253 – 0617 (7) Best Way (Owner: Nikolas; For Furniture, Large Art): 973-803-6059 (8) Dusk2Dawn Courier Services LLC(Norm): (484) 202-0805 (9) Plycon (furniture, large art): 888-655-2664 (10) Freightquote.com (Contact: Jordan Godsell; furniture, large art): 800-323-5441 x6249 or jgodsell@freightquote.com (11) Safe Move For You (Large items, Furniture): (Contact: Russell & Dillon Lauderback): 407-301-2474 or Russell.carpets@yahoo.com (12) Martin Kiss (Furniture, Large Items): Martinkiss.com (13) Quick Transport (Furniture, Large Items): 517-897-2988 or streetstockracer@gmail.com