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A Rare Yunger Shrine Idol Ex William Wright

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A Rare Yunger Shrine Idol Ex William Wright

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A carved wooden female effigy with central crest, large flat nose, carved teeth, strong shoulders and hands set in an energetic posture. The entire sculpture has a sacrificial patina suggesting many years as a object of worship. Yunger peoples , North eastern Nigeria, West Africa. The figure measures 11 inches tall ( 12.75 inches on professional display stand ) Provenance: Eugene Netzer collection, New York, Ex William Wright, New York.

Condition

Good, well weathered , eroded feet.

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A Rare Yunger Shrine Idol Ex William Wright

Name: A Rare Yunger Shrine Idol Ex William Wright
SKU: 121509876
Price: 1000 USD
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