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Yam Knife Mask, Igbo Afikpo, Nigeria

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African Tribal Art: Igbo Afikpo People, Nigeria: Yam Festival Mask, 19th Century. Carved wood with dark stain and traces of kaolin pigment. The form of the mask is inspired by the knives used to cut yams.
17"H x 6.75"D x 5.5"W
Private collection.
Fair. aged condition with evidence of handling and use, including abrasions, pigment loss and a minor wood loss on the lower rim. Please inspect the photos and videos, which supplement the written description and show the condition of this lot.

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Condition

Fair. aged condition with evidence of handling and use, including abrasions, pigment loss and a minor wood loss on the lower rim. Please inspect the photos and videos, which supplement the written description and show the condition of this lot.

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Yam Knife Mask, Igbo Afikpo, Nigeria

Name: Yam Knife Mask, Igbo Afikpo, Nigeria
SKU: 102562361
Price: 250 USD
Availability: InStock

Estimate $800 - $1,200

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