Lot 0213A

20th C. Yoruba Articulated Female Colonial Figure

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20th C. Yoruba Articulated Female Colonial Figure

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Africa, Yoruba, mid to late 20th century CE. An articulated, painted, carved wood doll depicting a topless female with a classic Yoruba face with wide-open large eyes, scarification marks on the cheeks, a wide nose, and full lips, this visage topped with a wavy coiffure of black yarns. Though topless, she wears a gingham skirt, red sleeves that bridge her shoulders to forearms,and a necklace comprised of rope and and painted wood beads. Size: 21.5" L x 18.75" W at widest (54.6 cm x 47.6 cm)

Provenance: Ex-Adeon Gallery, Chicago, IL, acquired prior to 1970.

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Condition

Some tears to the skirt. Black hair has faded to grey in some areas. Losses to toes on right foot. Surface wear with paint loss as shown.

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20th C. Yoruba Articulated Female Colonial Figure

Name: 20th C. Yoruba Articulated Female Colonial Figure
SKU: 50412696
Price: 195 USD
Availability: InStock

Estimate $500 - $1,000

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Starting Price $250

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