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Rare 20th C. African Ekoi / Widekum Dance Crest

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Rare 20th C. African Ekoi / Widekum Dance Crest

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Description

Africa, Nigeria/Cameroon, Ekoi/Ejagham (Nigeria) or Widekum (Cameroon), ca. mid 20th century CE. A striking headpiece or dance crest made of animal hide (probably antelope) over a wooden form. It has an abstract face, with bulging, staring eyes, a huge, frog-like mouth, and three projections on either side of the head. The angular arms and legs - also made of hide over wood - have flat, paddle-like hands/feet and are removable. The alien, disturbing appearance of the figure is heightened by its arms, which are bent the wrong way to be human. The flared base is comprised of bent reeds fastened with rattan. A rare find! Size: 6.3" W x 12.25" H (16 cm x 31.1 cm)

Provenance: private Los Angeles, California, USA collection

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Condition

Hide shows some areas of separation and loss, especially on the hands. Very dark patina.

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Rare 20th C. African Ekoi / Widekum Dance Crest

Name: Rare 20th C. African Ekoi / Widekum Dance Crest
SKU: 61926179
Price: 600 USD
Availability: InStock

Estimate $600 - $900

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Starting Price $300

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