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A dance headdress, Nigerian style, Igbo. 20th century. With base: 12" x 10 1/2" x 14".
Provenance: The Inventory and Collection from the Estate of Merton D. Simpson. This strange head crest probably originates in Nigeria but does not have a great deal of use.

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An Igbo style dance crest.

Name: An Igbo style dance crest.
SKU: 49445296
Price: 1100 USD
Availability: InStock

Estimate $80 - $120

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