Lot 1167

Group (4) Nigerian terracotta fragments, incl. Nok

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Group (4) Nigerian terracotta fragments, incl. Nok

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Description

Group (4) Nigerian terracotta fragments, incl. Nok, Possibly of ancient origin, incl. a Nok head fragment, mounted on stand, a Katsina Janus figure, mounted on stand, fragmented figure from Sokoto, and a fragment with three faces, 9"h x 3.5"w (largest), 4.75"h x 4"w (smallest)

Provenance: Estate of Distinguished Professor Philip Gould, NYC

Condition

Fair, fragments, repairs, losses, show age and handling **Condition reports are rendered as specialist opinion by the staff of the Auction House and not as statements of fact. We do not guarantee the content of written or verbal condition reports. The absence of a condition report does not imply that there are no condition issues with the lot. Please call us at (973) 377-1500 or e-mail info@milleabros.com with any questions about this lot at least 24 hours prior to auction.

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Group (4) Nigerian terracotta fragments, incl. Nok

Name: Group (4) Nigerian terracotta fragments, incl. Nok
SKU: 120923819
Price: 375 USD
Availability: InStock

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