Lot 0128A

Early Yoruba Ebony Carving, Man on Bicycle

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Early Yoruba Ebony Carving, Man on Bicycle

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West Africa, Nigeria, Yoruba culture, ca. early to mid-20th century CE. A carved ebony wood statue of a man riding a bicycle, dressed in Western / European style clothing, and the hardwood is highly polished to a glossy and reflective surface. Perhaps the artist created this as a critique, parody, or simply an observation of the changing culture under colonial rule. Size: 5.5" L x 3" W x 11" H (14 cm x 7.6 cm x 27.9 cm)

Provenance: ex-Royal Athena Galleries, New York City, New York, USA

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Condition

Stable pressure fissures and minor nicks, abrasions, and surface stains, but otherwise good condition.

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Early Yoruba Ebony Carving, Man on Bicycle

Name: Early Yoruba Ebony Carving, Man on Bicycle
SKU: 162476249
Price: 350 USD
Availability: InStock

Estimate $600 - $900

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