Small mask with forehead circlet Dan complex Liberia, West Africa Early 20th Century Wood with organic material on surface Dimensions: 5.25 x 3 in. In very fine condition with black, shiny, encrusted patina Provenance: Fritz and Lucille Wallace collection, SRQ FL, 1980's; Calm Ocean, FL private collection, 2014-present NOTE: Miniature versions of full-size face masks often had a protective role for traveling members of families who owned and cared for dance masks. They are more commonly known as passport masks