Dance mask - Igbo - Nigeria

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Igbo wooden mask from Nigeria, dating to 1940–1950, from Igbo culture, provenance Collection P.V. in a private Belgian collection, sold with an authenticity certificate.

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Description from the seller

Very beautiful wooden Igbo mask from Nigeria
Provenance: Belgian private collection. Collection P.V.
Sold with certificate of authenticity
Pedestal on request

Seller's Story

Independent gallery established in Brussels since 2009, near the flea market, we specialize in ethnographic and artistic collectible objects. We offer sculptures, masks, and African figurines, with particular interest in pieces from Central Africa and the Congo, as well as traditional textiles, bronzes, antique weapons, jewelry, coins, old maps, and archaeological objects. Thanks to our consignment service, we regularly receive collections from heirs, antique dealers, and collectors, which allows us to frequently refresh our selection. Each item is described accurately and shipped with the utmost care, based on a commitment to transparency, authenticity, and respect for buyers.
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Very beautiful wooden Igbo mask from Nigeria
Provenance: Belgian private collection. Collection P.V.
Sold with certificate of authenticity
Pedestal on request

Seller's Story

Independent gallery established in Brussels since 2009, near the flea market, we specialize in ethnographic and artistic collectible objects. We offer sculptures, masks, and African figurines, with particular interest in pieces from Central Africa and the Congo, as well as traditional textiles, bronzes, antique weapons, jewelry, coins, old maps, and archaeological objects. Thanks to our consignment service, we regularly receive collections from heirs, antique dealers, and collectors, which allows us to frequently refresh our selection. Each item is described accurately and shipped with the utmost care, based on a commitment to transparency, authenticity, and respect for buyers.
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Details

Era
1900-2000
Number of objects
1
Material
Wood
Country of origin
Nigeria
Condition
Good condition - used with small signs of aging & blemishes
Ethnic group/culture
Igbo
Height
28 cm
Width
21 cm
Sold with stand
No
Estimated period
1940-1950
BelgiumVerified
8518
Objects sold
98.62%
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