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Ceremonial hardwood Skeleton from a single piece of wood, Nigeria.

$6,636.83

£4,955.55

€5,600

CA$9,102.82

A$10,230.97

CHF 5,328.02

MX$124,433.90

NOK 68,178.54

SEK 64,653.34

DKK 42,630.61

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About the Item

An uncommon form, the abstract teeth filled mouthed figure standing straight on an integral base.

Dimensions:
Height: 6.3 in (16 cm)Width: 7.09 in (18 cm)Depth: 33.08 in (84 cm)
Materials and Techniques:
Hardwood,Hand-Carved
Place of Origin:
Nigeria
Period:
20th Century
Date of Manufacture:
-
Condition:
Wear consistent with age and use.
Seller Location:
Leuven , BE
Reference Number:
Seller: 61261stDibs: LU3301143439272

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