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Ram mask, Yoruba culture, Nigeria. H. 28 cm - W. 20 cm

Beautiful and ancient Yoruba mask from Nigeria. It represents a ram. It is an emblematic animal of Yoruba power (along with the leopard). This work is inhabited and alive. The artist who made it knew how to give it life. Its gaze is piercing and captivating. It bears an impassive, focused, and determined expression. The sculpture is fine, the volumes are harmonious; it is a success. Nice dry patina of use. Some flaws, sold as seen, see photos. A beautiful piece of old, authentic collection. Circa 1950.

Masque bélier, culture Yoruba, Nigeria. 
H.28cm - Lo.20cm

Beau et ancien masque Yoruba du Nigeria. Il représente un bélier. C'est un animal emblématique du pouvoir Yoruba (avec le léopard). Cette oeuvre est habité et vivante. L'artiste qui la réalisa a su lui donner la vie. Son regard est perçant et captivant. Il porte une expression impassible, concentré et déterminé. La sculpture est fine, les volumes sont harmonieux, c'est une réussite. Belle patine sèche d'usage. Quelques accidents, vendu en l'état, voir photos. Une belle pièce de collection ancienne et authentique. Circa 1950.




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Ram mask - Yoruba - Nigeria

Mid 20th century - Wood - Fair condition

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Ram mask of Yoruba origin from Nigeria, carved in wood, dating to around 1950, height 28 cm and depth 20 cm, authentic/original, in good condition, sold with stand.

Ram mask - Yoruba - Nigeria

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Ram mask of Yoruba origin from Nigeria, carved in wood, dating to around 1950, height 28 cm and depth 20 cm, authentic/original, in good condition, sold with stand.

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