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Place of Origin: Nigerian
Tall African Ibibio Head Mask with Polychrome Nigeria Provenance
Tall African Ibibio Head Mask with Polychrome Nigeria Provenance

Tall African Ibibio Head Mask with Polychrome Nigeria Provenance

Located in Atlanta, GA

A tall Ibibio wood mask from Nigeria, Africa, circa 20th century. The head mask was carved in with a frontal face with pierced eyes and a gapping mouth. On his head, a stylized hat ...

Category

20th Century Tribal Nigerian Decorative Objects

Materials

Rattan, Wood

Nigerian Nupe Vessel Support
Nigerian Nupe Vessel Support

Nigerian Nupe Vessel Support

By Nupe

Located in Chicago, IL

The Nupe people of Nigeria were touted as some of the finest ceramicists in Africa. Everyday objects like this elegant, cylindrical vessel support received detailed attention. This f...

Category

Early 20th Century Nigerian Decorative Objects

Materials

Terracotta

Idoma Ido Nigerian Carved Wood Figure Of A Seated Female
Idoma Ido Nigerian Carved Wood Figure Of A Seated Female

Idoma Ido Nigerian Carved Wood Figure Of A Seated Female

Located in Dallas, TX

Idoma Ibo Female Figure. Africa, Nigeria 20th century or earlier. A seated female figure on a stool smoking a long pipe with painted with pigments and adorned with scarification mar...

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Early 1900s Antique Nigerian Decorative Objects

Materials

Wood

Yoruba Osanyin Staff, c. 1900
Yoruba Osanyin Staff, c. 1900

Yoruba Osanyin Staff, c. 1900

Located in Chicago, IL

To cure mental and physical ailments, Yoruba priests and diviners invoke the aid of Osanyin, the god of herbal medicines. Used in divination rituals to cure the afflicted, this iron ...

Category

Early 20th Century Tribal Nigerian Decorative Objects

Materials

Steel, Iron

Nigerian Yoruba Gelede Headdress Mask, Marionettes Which Have Been Danced
Nigerian Yoruba Gelede Headdress Mask, Marionettes Which Have Been Danced

Nigerian Yoruba Gelede Headdress Mask, Marionettes Which Have Been Danced

Located in Miami, FL

Nigerian Yoruba Gelede Headdress Mask, Marionettes Which have been Danced. Offered for sale is a Nigerian Yoruba Gelede headdress mask topped with movable marionettes which have b...

Category

20th Century Nigerian Decorative Objects

Materials

Textile, String, Wood, Paint

Yoruba Osanyin Healing Staff, c. 1900
Yoruba Osanyin Healing Staff, c. 1900

Yoruba Osanyin Healing Staff, c. 1900

Located in Chicago, IL

To cure mental and physical ailments, Yoruba priests and diviners invoke the aid of Osanyin, the god of herbal medicines. Used in divination rituals to cure the afflicted, this iron ...

Category

Early 20th Century Minimalist Nigerian Decorative Objects

Materials

Iron

Jukun Commemorative  Royal Ancestor Figure, Jukun People, Northeastern Nigeria.
Jukun Commemorative  Royal Ancestor Figure, Jukun People, Northeastern Nigeria.

Jukun Commemorative Royal Ancestor Figure, Jukun People, Northeastern Nigeria.

Located in Leuven , BE

Jukun Commemorative Royal Ancestor Figure, Jukun People, Northeastern Nigeria. Provenance Martial bronsin 2009 Native 2012 - Martin Lagrain AHDRC ao-0096159-001,002,003 The figure is depicted standing, bearded, with a tribal skull...

Category

Early 20th Century Nigerian Decorative Objects

Materials

Wood

Ibo hardwood Ikenga Altar Statue Ibo People Nigeria
Ibo hardwood Ikenga Altar Statue Ibo People Nigeria

Ibo hardwood Ikenga Altar Statue Ibo People Nigeria

Located in Leuven , BE

Ibo hardwood Ikenga Altar Statue documented Van Lier provenance,Ibo People, Nigeria. before 1959 Kunsthandel Van Lier (documented)-1959 Volkskundig museu...

Category

Early 20th Century Nigerian Decorative Objects

Materials

Wood

Authentic Nigerian Igbo Mask
Authentic Nigerian Igbo Mask

Authentic Nigerian Igbo Mask

Located in West Hollywood, CA

Experience the beauty and authenticity of a 19th Century Nigerian Igbo Mask, a true cultural treasure. This stunning piece features intricate carvings and striking facial features th...

Category

Early 20th Century Tribal Nigerian Decorative Objects

Materials

Wicker, Wood, Paint

Ethnic Design-Bridal Iron Hoe Currency, Afo Peoples Nigeria
Ethnic Design-Bridal Iron Hoe Currency, Afo Peoples Nigeria

Ethnic Design-Bridal Iron Hoe Currency, Afo Peoples Nigeria

Located in Leuven , BE

Used as forms of currency, they could also serve as a musical or ritual object. Displayed on a custom mount.

Category

19th Century Antique Nigerian Decorative Objects

Materials

Iron

Carved Twin figure Ibeji Yoruba People, Nigeria
Carved Twin figure Ibeji Yoruba People, Nigeria

Carved Twin figure Ibeji Yoruba People, Nigeria

Located in Leuven , BE

A finely carved significant Yoruba Male Ibeji figure with a tall headdress, expressive eyes, original bead belt and heavy wear and polish from native use. Areas of encrusted camwood ...

Category

20th Century Nigerian Decorative Objects

Materials

Wood

Afo Bridal-Currency from Nigeria
Afo Bridal-Currency from Nigeria

Afo Bridal-Currency from Nigeria

Located in Stamford, CT

The Afo Bridal Currency was used in Nigeria until the early 1940s. This is also known as a "Chenkrom." Now mounted on a bronze stand.

Category

Early 20th Century Tribal Nigerian Decorative Objects

Materials

Iron

Ancient Nok Clay Sculpture from Nigeria
Ancient Nok Clay Sculpture from Nigeria

Ancient Nok Clay Sculpture from Nigeria

Located in Sagaponack, NY

Terracotta head remnant on tapered wood base

Category

15th Century and Earlier Antique Nigerian Decorative Objects

Materials

Wood

Fulani Currency
Fulani Currency

Fulani Currency

Located in Dallas, TX

Nigerian currency crafted by the Fulani tribe. Outlawed in the 19th century by Colonel Phelps. The unusual forms and sizes of ethnographic currencies...

Category

19th Century Tribal Antique Nigerian Decorative Objects

Materials

Metal

Bura People, Niger, Three Scarified Terracotta Heads
Bura People, Niger, Three Scarified Terracotta Heads

Bura People, Niger, Three Scarified Terracotta Heads

Located in Leuven , BE

The heads are flat, oblong in shape with typical face scarifications marks.

Category

20th Century Nigerian Decorative Objects

Materials

Terracotta