20th C. Nigerian Igbo Mask - Human / Animal Features
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Africa, Nigeria, Igbo peoples (Ezza or Izzi subgroup), early 20th century CE. This is a striking mask with human and animal features. It is a dance crest, made to be worn horizontally atop the head. It has a human face with open mouth and bared teeth; the face has marks that may be scarification or tattoos; atop the head is close-cropped hair and curled horns that resemble those of wild sheep. A soft ring made of woven plant fibers would have cushioned this mask atop the head; it may once have been decorated with perishable items like feathers, quills, and hair. Most animal masks from this culture are the Ogbodo, made to look like elephants; that this is a different type of animal makes it fairly unique! Size: 7.5" W x 15.25" H (19 cm x 38.7 cm)
Provenance: Ex-private Poolos collection / Adeon Gallery, Chicago, IL
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#113550
Provenance: Ex-private Poolos collection / Adeon Gallery, Chicago, IL
All items legal to buy/sell under U.S. Statute covering cultural patrimony Code 2600, CHAPTER 14, and are guaranteed to be as described or your money back.
A Certificate of Authenticity will accompany all winning bids.
We ship worldwide to most countries and handle all shipping in-house for your convenience.
#113550
Condition
Beautiful shape and excellent patina; expected wear but no losses.
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20th C. Nigerian Igbo Mask - Human / Animal Features
Estimate $1,400 - $2,000
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