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Description : Nigeria, Ogoni, ca. early 20th century CE. This is a handcarved wooden mask whose immediately noticeable feature is its wide, toothy smile. Small, close-set eyes, a large nose, and raised eyebrows complete the face, which appears to be joyous. Atop its head is a fairly elaborate hairstyle that may be recalling a woman on her wedding day. The Ogoni people, living in the fertile land east of the Niger River Delta, have a long history of masquerading, despite the efforts of Christian missionaries to stop this activity. Masks are used in a wide variety of situations -- entertainment, participation in rituals, and attending social events like funerals. Size: 5.55 W x 9.15 H (14.1 cm x 23.2 cm) Provenance: Ex-Adeon Gallery, Chicago, IL, acquired prior to 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. #113556
Prix: 129.50 USD 🔓Accès libre sans carte bancaire.
Estimations(basse-haute) : 400 USD-600 USD 🔓Accès libre sans carte bancaire.

À propos du lot n° 99
Titre : 20Th C. African Ogoni Wood Mask - Big Smile
Condition report : Expected wear, with an unrepaired crack to the chin.
Artemis Gallery, Salle de vente , Louisville, US 🔓Accès libre sans carte bancaire.
Titre de la vente : End of Year Clearance Online Timed Auction
Date de la vente : 25/12/2016 🔓Accès libre sans carte bancaire.
Référence de l'enchère : Live Sale

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