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IBO-IZZI, Nigeria. Hardwood, traces of polychrome pigments.
See original version (French)
98
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IBO-IZZI, Nigeria. Hardwood, traces of polychrome pigments.
See original version (French)
Estimate €120 - €180
Voluntary lot
Description
IBO-IZZI, Nigeria.
Hardwood, traces of polychrome pigments.
Ancient ‘Ogbodo Enyi’ headdress mask depicting a powerful spirit of the bush with the features of an elephant. It was primarily worn by men, together with a loose-fitting raffia robe.
First half of the 20th century.
50 x 18 x 23 cm
(signs of wear and small areas missing).
Expert: Christian-Hervé NJIENSI
See original version (French)
Auto-translation. Refer to original language for legal validity.
Ref. : 206176 - 4
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