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Iagalagana statue, Mumuyé culture, Nigeria. H. 81 cm

Majestic Iagalagana statue of the Mumuyé people of Nigeria. The face is luminous and radiant. The gaze is deep and intense. The face bears a gentle expression. The smile is benevolent. There is real expression in this work. The artist who created it knew how to breathe life into it. Note the ethnic scarification marks on the face, typical of the Mumuyé people. The body is dynamic, and the figure seems to be in motion. One can sense its mysterious, archaic strength. Beautiful old patina. Sold as is; see photos. An old and authentic collector’s piece. Circa 1950.

Statue Iagalagana, culture Mumuyé, Nigeria. H.81cm

Majestueuse statue Iagalagana des Mumuyé du Nigeria. Le visage est lumineux, rayonnant. Le regard est profond et intense. Le visage porte une expression douce. Le sourire est bienveillant. Il y a une vrai expression dans cette oeuvre. L'artiste qui la réalisa su lui insufflé la vie. On notera des scarifications ethnique sur le visage, typique des populations Mumuyé. Le corps est dynamique, le personnage semble en mouvement. On ressent sa force, mystérieuse et archaïque. Belle patine ancienne. Vendu en l'état, voir photos. Une pièce de collection ancienne et authentique. Circa 1950.








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Iagalagana Statue - Mumuyé - Nigeria

Mid 20th century - Wood - Fair condition

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The original Iagalagana statue is a Mumuyé work from Nigeria, made of wood in the mid-20th century and measuring 81 cm high, and it is sold with a stand.

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The original Iagalagana statue is a Mumuyé work from Nigeria, made of wood in the mid-20th century and measuring 81 cm high, and it is sold with a stand.

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