Mask - Igbirra - Nigeria

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Julien Gauthier
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Termit mask from the Igbirra people of Nigeria, carved from wood, 33 cm high, 21 cm wide, 10 cm deep, weighing 1600 g, dating to the late 20th century, provenance Privécollectie.

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Description from the seller

Unique and rare termit mask from the Igbirra mask from Nigeria. Wonderfull and rare type of mask with a great patina.

Provenance: former private collection from Germany.

Lot can be viewed and picked up in Vessem (NL). Shipping within 24 hours after the payment is received with Track & Trace.

Seller's Story

Asian African Art is a gallery specialized in authentic ethnographic art. Lately we are mainly focused on African Art We also have a specialism in golden collectable coins. Your order is in safe hands, we have more than 50 years experience in coins. For more interesting items please visit our website: Asian African Art, located in the Netherlands.

Unique and rare termit mask from the Igbirra mask from Nigeria. Wonderfull and rare type of mask with a great patina.

Provenance: former private collection from Germany.

Lot can be viewed and picked up in Vessem (NL). Shipping within 24 hours after the payment is received with Track & Trace.

Seller's Story

Asian African Art is a gallery specialized in authentic ethnographic art. Lately we are mainly focused on African Art We also have a specialism in golden collectable coins. Your order is in safe hands, we have more than 50 years experience in coins. For more interesting items please visit our website: Asian African Art, located in the Netherlands.

Details

Ethnic group/ culture
Igbirra
Country of Origin
Nigeria
Period
Late 20th century
Material
Termit, Wood
Sold with stand
No
Condition
Good condition
Title of artwork
Mask
Height
33 cm
Width
21 cm
Depth
10 cm
Weight
1600 g
Provenance
Private collection
The NetherlandsVerified
11520
Objects sold
100%
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