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Description : **Originally Listed At $550** Tribal, Africa, Nigeria, Ijo peoples, early 20th century CE. This is a wonderfully expressive dark wooden plank headdress depicting a water spirit. The Ijo peoples live in the coastal Niger Delta, where ingenuity is celebrated in the depiction of water spirits but the plank style is common. This one has a geometric look, with pronounced cheekbones, large eyes, a triangular nose, and a mouth full of tiny, razor-sharp teeth. Atop its head is a large crest. The headdress was inspired by some of the water-dwelling animals who live in the rich marshland of the Delta, like crocodiles, water birds, and the agira, the aquatic antelope. There are similar examples held by the Art Institute of Chicago and the Metropolitan Museum of Art. Size: 5.25 W x 12 H (13.3 cm x 30.5 cm) Provenance: Ex- Adeon Gallery, Nick Poolos, Chicago, IL acquired before 1970. All items legal to buy/sell under U.S. Statute covering cultural patrimony Code 2600, CHAPTER 14, and are guaranteed to be as described or your money back. A Certificate of Authenticity will accompany all winning bids. We ship worldwide and handle all shipping in-house for your convenience. #113205
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