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Igbo artist, Mgbedike (Time of the Brave) Helmet mask

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Igbo artist, Mgbedike (Time of the Brave) Helmet mask

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Igbo artist
Mgbedike (Time of the Brave) Helmet mask

Nigeria, early 20th century
carved and pigmented wood
32 h x 17 w x 12 d in (81 x 43 x 30 cm)

Provenance: Julius Carlebach, New York | Collection of Mr. and Mrs. Stanley Marcus | Christie's, New York, Important Tribal Art, 5 May 1995, Lot 92 | Collection of Dina and Jerry Wind

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Igbo artist, Mgbedike (Time of the Brave) Helmet mask

Name: Igbo artist, Mgbedike (Time of the Brave) Helmet mask
SKU: 175258923
Price: 2800 USD
Availability: InStock

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