Afo - Nigeria

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The Afo people live north of the confluence of the Bénué and Niger rivers. This mask appears to represent the spirit of an ancestor whose image is carved on the forehead of the mask. The red color, characteristic of Afo masks, is obtained by applying abrus seeds. The face has the typical scarifications of the Afo.

Provenance: Berthe Hartert collection
Argiles collection, Barcelona

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Ethnic group/ culture

Afo

Country of Origin

Nigeria

Period

Mid 20th century

Material

Polychrome wood

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Condition

Good condition

Height

55 cm

Provenance

Private collection

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Argiles collection, Barcelona

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