Headdress (1)

01
day
00
hours
30
minutes
10
seconds
Current bid
€ 85
Reserve price not met
Julien Gauthier
Expert
Selected by Julien Gauthier

With almost a decade of experience bridging science, museum curation, and traditional blacksmithing, Julien has developed a unique expertise in historical arms, armour, and African art.

Estimate  € 220 - € 250
7 other people are watching this object
IEBidder 5181
€85

Catawiki Buyer Protection

Your payment’s safe with us until you receive your object.View details

Trustpilot 4.4 | 131293 reviews

Rated Excellent on Trustpilot.

Replica ceremonial Ekoi headpiece, a wooden crown from the Ekoi people of south-eastern Nigeria dating to the late 20th century, with dimensions 28×30×35 cm and weighing 3 kg, in good condition with some signs of wear.

AI-assisted summary

Description from the seller

Replica of ceremonial Ekoi headdress from southeastern Nigeria, dating to the late 20th century. Made of wood with traces of pigment, covered with antelope skin. Genuine horns.

The object is carved in the shape of a head and was worn on the head as a distinctive and symbolic element during ceremonies and rituals. The surface features a beautiful dark, thick patina, a sign of age and use over time.

At the summit is carved a small additional head, a decorative and symbolic element that enriches the sculpture's composition.

Dimensions: 28x30x35 cm
Weight: 3 kg

Replica of ceremonial Ekoi headdress from southeastern Nigeria, dating to the late 20th century. Made of wood with traces of pigment, covered with antelope skin. Genuine horns.

The object is carved in the shape of a head and was worn on the head as a distinctive and symbolic element during ceremonies and rituals. The surface features a beautiful dark, thick patina, a sign of age and use over time.

At the summit is carved a small additional head, a decorative and symbolic element that enriches the sculpture's composition.

Dimensions: 28x30x35 cm
Weight: 3 kg

Details

Era
1900-2000
Number of objects
1
Material
Wood
Condition
Good condition, used with some signs of wear
Estimated period
1970-1980, 1980-1990
Height
35 cm
Width
28 cm
Depth
30 cm
Sold by
ItalyVerified
Private

Similar objects

For you in

African & Tribal Art