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Ibibio Portrait Mask

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An Ibibio Mask: Maske Ibibio, Nigeria Ohne Sockel / without base Holz. H 22,5 cm. Provenienz: Helmut und Marianne Zimmer, Zürich. CHF 200 / 400 EUR 172 / 344

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Item Details

Description

A carved wooden dance mask with realistic facial features suggesting a portrait style mask, painted wood with signs of field use and wear. Ibibio peoples, Cross River, Nigeria.The mask measures 11 inches tall. * There is no display stand included. Provenance: The Robert banks collection, Maryland.

Condition

fair, well handled and worn

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Ibibio Portrait Mask

Name: Ibibio Portrait Mask
SKU: 132604046
Price: 50 USD
Availability: InStock

Estimate $300 - $500

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