Nok Culture Terracotta, Seated Figure - 64 cm
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Nok Culture seated figure in orange terracotta, about 64 cm high, from Nigeria, dating to the 5th century BC–5th century AD, in excellent condition with minimal signs of wear, with a QED Laboratory thermoluminescence test approved, provenance from a private collection and acquired in 2025 from a French auction house.
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NOK figure in orange terracotta. A seated male figure with an expressive face, an elongated conical head narrowing from the eyebrows to the mouth, topped with a ceremonial conical hairstyle. Dressed with a belt, large groups of bracelets, and a thick, decorative collar around the neck, with both hands resting below.
Terracotta, 64 cm in height.
Includes approved thermoluminescence test from QED LABORATOIRE.
Superficial habitual wear on this type of figures. (Old restoration is visible on the back and on the head, which is common in these pieces due to their size and age). See photographs.
Provenance: M. L.F. Private Collection, Madrid. Purchased at a French auction house in the year 2025.
Notes: The piece includes a Spanish Export License (Passport for the European Union), which is requested in the buyer's name at the time of sale; the process takes 2 to 4 weeks. - If the piece is destined outside the European Union, a replacement export permit will be requested. This procedure involves fee charges that the buyer must pay during the application process. This process may take 4 to 6 weeks. SHIPPED WITH INSURANCE.
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The seller will inform the buyer about this if it takes more than 4 weeks.
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Galería Fuentenebro emerged in 2018 to combine ancient art and contemporary art with a selection of high-quality works in a single space.
Created by art experts with more than fifteen years of experience specialized in Archaeology, Antiquities of the s. XX and in the last great styles of the 50s, 60s, 70s, 80s and Art Decó. In 2019 he creates a space in Madrid combining masterpieces from different eras in a single eclectic and different space.
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Translated by Google TranslateNOK figure in orange terracotta. A seated male figure with an expressive face, an elongated conical head narrowing from the eyebrows to the mouth, topped with a ceremonial conical hairstyle. Dressed with a belt, large groups of bracelets, and a thick, decorative collar around the neck, with both hands resting below.
Terracotta, 64 cm in height.
Includes approved thermoluminescence test from QED LABORATOIRE.
Superficial habitual wear on this type of figures. (Old restoration is visible on the back and on the head, which is common in these pieces due to their size and age). See photographs.
Provenance: M. L.F. Private Collection, Madrid. Purchased at a French auction house in the year 2025.
Notes: The piece includes a Spanish Export License (Passport for the European Union), which is requested in the buyer's name at the time of sale; the process takes 2 to 4 weeks. - If the piece is destined outside the European Union, a replacement export permit will be requested. This procedure involves fee charges that the buyer must pay during the application process. This process may take 4 to 6 weeks. SHIPPED WITH INSURANCE.
The transportation cost is estimated and ultimately depends on the type of packaging, size, and weight of the boxes.
Important: if the item travels to Asia, transportation costs may vary significantly due to the current situation.
Important information. The seller guarantees that they have the right to send this batch.
The seller will ensure that the necessary permits are processed.
The seller will inform the buyer about this if it takes more than 4 weeks.
Seller's Story
Galería Fuentenebro emerged in 2018 to combine ancient art and contemporary art with a selection of high-quality works in a single space.
Created by art experts with more than fifteen years of experience specialized in Archaeology, Antiquities of the s. XX and in the last great styles of the 50s, 60s, 70s, 80s and Art Decó. In 2019 he creates a space in Madrid combining masterpieces from different eras in a single eclectic and different space.
We search and select the best pieces to introduce the international market trends in Spain.
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Culture
Nok Culture
Era
Before 1400
Century/ Timeframe
5th century BC-5th century AD
No. of items
1
Title
Seated figure
Acquired from
Auction house
Year acquired
2025
Country of Origin
Africa
Ethnic group/ culture
Nigeria
Material
Seated, Terracotta
Country acquired from
France
Depiction/Theme
NOK - Sitting Figure - NOK Culture
Indigenous object name
Nok Culture
Previous owner acquired from
Auction house
Previous owner - year acquired
2025
Condition
Excellent condition: barely used with minimal signs of wear
Previous owner - country acquired from
France
Height
64 cm
I verify that I have obtained this object legally and that I am allowed to sell it
Yes
Width
16 cm
Depth
23 cm
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