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Igbo "Ikenga" Figure, Nigeria, Africa

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Ikenga is a personal embodiment of human endeavour, achievement, success, and victory. Carved from wood, with pigments, this figure is seated with an elaborate open headress containg his enemy's heads:

16" W x 14" D x 40" H

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Igbo "Ikenga" Figure, Nigeria, Africa

Name: Igbo \"Ikenga\" Figure, Nigeria, Africa
SKU: 157741662
Price: 140 USD
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Estimate $100 - $500

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