Dance mask - Ibibio - Nigeria
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Holds a postgraduate degree in African studies and 15 years experience in African art.
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Ibibio wooden mask from Nigeria, circa 1910–1920, measuring 31 cm high by 40 cm wide, in good condition with some age-related wear, sold with a custom stand and a certificate of authenticity from a Belgian private collection.
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Description from the seller
Very beautiful and powerful Ibibio wooden mask
Provenance: Belgian private collection
Sold with certificate of authenticity
Sold with a custom-made pedestal
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.
Translated by Google TranslateVery beautiful and powerful Ibibio wooden mask
Provenance: Belgian private collection
Sold with certificate of authenticity
Sold with a custom-made pedestal
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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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
Ibibio
Height
31 cm
Width
40 cm
Sold with stand
Yes
Estimated period
1910-1920, 1920-1930
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