Old head mask Ekoi-tribe of Nigeria/Cameroon, Equatorial Africa region. The entire face is covered with real leather. The artistic production of the Cross-River region is exceptional because of the use of a technique - unique in Africa - which consists to wrap a carved wood-core in animal skin. This technique is mainly used for crests and helmet masks. The skin is first tanned and then stretched on the wood, it brings texture, brightness, and the volume of human fleshes on the skeleton, plus it confers a surprising realism to its pieces. Good condition, no restorations. Careful registered sending, combined shipping possible.