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A rare cross river mask, likely Igbo, Nigeria, finely sculpted…
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A rare cross river mask, likely Igbo, Nigeria, finely sculpted mask presenting a whitened feminine face, with a domed forehead and crowned by an imposing black headdress. The features are sharp with a straight nose, expressive almond-shaped eyes highlighted by dark outlines, open plump lips revealing teeth. The lower part of the face is pierced into three small cavities to thread ornamental rods through. Mounted on a black pedestal, height 35 cm, width 23 cm, with pedestal, height 54 cm
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