African Tribal Art Nimba (D'mba) Male Figure
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Description
Baga people, Guinea. Full figure representation of the male counterpart of the female Nimba. This is an uncommon carving of a male figure wearing af female Nimba head. Carved wood, stained black with silver tacks outlining the hair nostrils and mouth. Tubular arms extend and meet at the chin. A full, round belly implies harvest bounty and overall well being.
This Authentic African Tribal Sculpture has been examined by Near Infrared (NIR) Spectroscopy and is approximately 130 years old. A certificate of the examination will accompany the artwork. 43in H.
Dimensions: 43in H
Provenance: Private collection, Massachusetts; Private collection, Ivory Coast.
This Authentic African Tribal Sculpture has been examined by Near Infrared (NIR) Spectroscopy and is approximately 130 years old. A certificate of the examination will accompany the artwork. 43in H.
Dimensions: 43in H
Provenance: Private collection, Massachusetts; Private collection, Ivory Coast.
Condition
very good
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African Tribal Art Nimba (D'mba) Male Figure
Estimate $1,600 - $4,000
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