Description : West Africa, Liberia and Côte d'Ivoire, probably Dan peoples, ca. mid-20th century. A tall - taller than me! - wooden staff capped with two faces, one oriented upward, the other immediately below it and oriented downward, aside from these and two raised, nub-like forms at its base, the staff is smooth and unornamented. The Janus-headed motif is a popular one in West African art. Size: 4 W x 71.75 H (10.2 cm x 182.2 cm)
Provenance: private Newport Beach, California, USA collection
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About the lot N° 99B Title : Large West African Wood Staff Size : 4 W x 71.75 H (10.2 cm x 182.2 cm) Condition report : Rich patina on surface, with light scratches, chips, and nicks commensurate with age. Overall in very nice condition.