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Igbo ancestor figure, Nigeria, wood, H.
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175
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Igbo ancestor figure, Nigeria, wood, H.
See original version (French)
Estimate €1,000 - €2,000
Voluntary lot
Description
Igbo ancestor figure, Nigeria, wood, H.100cmxW.19cm (plinth). These statues were kept in a sanctuary dedicated to the ancestors. This place was used for weekly and annual celebrations. The alusi statues can be identified by a common feature: the position of the hands turned towards the sky. This attitude suggests the generosity of the deities and their willingness to receive sacrifices and offerings.
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