Lot 0838

Keaka, Nigeria, Cross river area, Dance mask

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Keaka, Nigeria, Cross river area, Dance mask

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Keaka, Nigeria, Cross river area, Dance mask, Wooden skull covered with skin, sculpted hairstyle, the neck merges into a conical stand with ring weave. Metal plates as teeth and remnants of white pigmentation on the eyelids. Wood, metal. Leather. H. c. 30 cm.,

Condition

Cracks and small missing parts in the skin.

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Keaka, Nigeria, Cross river area, Dance mask

Name: Keaka, Nigeria, Cross river area, Dance mask
SKU: 85872068
Price: 650 EUR
Availability: InStock

Estimate €600 - €900

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