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Mid-20th C. African Yoruba Wood Colonial Figure

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Mid-20th C. African Yoruba Wood Colonial Figure

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Description

**Originally Listed At $200**

Western Africa, Nigeria, Yoruba peoples, ca. mid 20th century CE. An interesting and well-carved light wood colonial figure of a woman, topless, with prominent breasts, and wearing a multi-tiered skirt. She has a large headdress atop a clear hairstyle. Her face has strong features with very large eyes in the classic Yoruba style. Bright pigment remains, especially on her skirt, where there are traces of a beautiful cornflower blue. Comes with custom stand. Size: 17.5" H (44.4 cm); 21" H (53.3 cm) on included custom stand.

Provenance: ex-Adeon Gallery, Chicago, Illinois, USA acquired prior to 1970

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Condition

Surface wear overall, with some remaining pigment, especially on the hair and skirt.

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Mid-20th C. African Yoruba Wood Colonial Figure

Name: Mid-20th C. African Yoruba Wood Colonial Figure
SKU: 64947162
Price: 150 USD
Availability: InStock

Estimate $300 - $450

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