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Huge Antique Ekoi Skin Covered headdress, African Art

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Huge Antique Ekoi Skin Covered headdress, African Art

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Description

This is a vintage to antique example of the Ekoi or Ejangham animal skin covered dance crest from Nigeria, Africa. janus faced headdress with basketry stem and 3 large twisted horns. Ex Steve Tobin Collection. ( I recall seeing this piece in Mr Tobins collection in 1994 ) Measures 34 inches tall.

Condition

In very weathered and fragile condition. Fair condition.

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Huge Antique Ekoi Skin Covered headdress, African Art

Name: Huge Antique Ekoi Skin Covered headdress, African Art
SKU: 54829646
Price: 80 USD
Availability: InStock

Estimate $350 - $700

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