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Rare Ibibio headdress w/ 3 Ancestor heads, African Art

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Rare Ibibio headdress w/ 3 Ancestor heads, African Art

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Description

This is a very rare and unusual find from the Ibibio peoples of Nigeria, West Africa. A carved wooden headdress with three ancestor heads and Black and white kaolin clay pigment accents. A wonderful and bold example with some handling and wear suggesting age and field use. Measures 16 x 10 x 4 inches. On custom display stand.

Condition

Overall Good/fair. Custom mounted to display stand

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Rare Ibibio headdress w/ 3 Ancestor heads, African Art

Name: Rare Ibibio headdress w/ 3 Ancestor heads, African Art
SKU: 49699256
Price: 145 USD
Availability: InStock

Estimate $300 - $600

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Starting Price $100

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