A Rare Ancient Bura Stone Effigy
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Description
A remarkable ancient stone idol with classic treatment to the head and face, incised design, wonderful form. A very rare relic from Southwest Niger, Western Africa. This stone was carved by the Bura Asinda-Sikka culture, ca. 3rd to 13th centuries AD .An anthropomorphic head atop a stone torso , likely to be placed into the ground. The stone measures 20.5 inches tall on custom stand. Provenance: A Private New Jersey collection.
Condition
Weathered and worn, though intact.
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A Rare Ancient Bura Stone Effigy
Estimate $1,000 - $2,000
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