Shrine Figure - Idoma - Nigeria

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Dimitri André
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Holds a postgraduate degree in African studies and 15 years experience in African art.

Estimate  € 170 - € 200
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Description from the seller

Large standing shrine figure from the Idoma people of NIGERIA. The wooden figure has a powerfull expression. Beautiful covered in white phembe. Condition good with traces of tribal use. Total height: 72 cm. Shrine figures represent gods who provide protection, healing and good fortune in return for respect, sacrificial food and adherence to their rules.

Shipping within 24 hours after the payment is received. Tracking number will be provided. Signature upon delivery. Fully insured.
May as well be viewed and picked up in Vessem (NL).

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.

Large standing shrine figure from the Idoma people of NIGERIA. The wooden figure has a powerfull expression. Beautiful covered in white phembe. Condition good with traces of tribal use. Total height: 72 cm. Shrine figures represent gods who provide protection, healing and good fortune in return for respect, sacrificial food and adherence to their rules.

Shipping within 24 hours after the payment is received. Tracking number will be provided. Signature upon delivery. Fully insured.
May as well be viewed and picked up in Vessem (NL).

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
Idoma
Country of Origin
Nigeria
Period
Mid 20th century
Material
Wood
Sold with stand
No
Condition
Good condition
Title of artwork
Shrine Figure
Height
72 cm
Width
20 cm
Depth
20 cm
Weight
4600 g
Provenance
Private collection
Authenticity
Original/official
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