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Fine Painted Ibibio Polychrome Mask with Figure on Top, Nigeria Africa. Expressive small figure on top with one hand on top of head, other holding stomach. Circular projections at the corners of the eyes and the center of the forehead. Old painted surface, early 20th century.
ex- Emmerson Woelffer collection, Los Angeles. van Rijn archive ADHRC # 0184582.
Measures: 18 1/2 inches high, on custom metal stand 23 inches.
- Dimensions:Height: 18.5 in (46.99 cm)Width: 7.5 in (19.05 cm)Depth: 5.5 in (13.97 cm)
- Style:Tribal (In the Style Of)
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- Date of Manufacture:Early Century
- Condition:Wear consistent with age and use. Minor losses. Minor structural damages. Minor fading. In appropriate condition for a used tribal object with wear, scratches and chips. Wear, erosion and some holes from tribal use..
- Seller Location:Point Richmond, CA
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