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A Fine Igbo Agbogho Mmwo African mask

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AFRICAN IGBO PEOPLES MAIDEN SPIRIT HELMET MASK: African carved wood helmet mask, Igbo Peoples, Nigeria, Agbogho Mmwo (Maiden Spirit) form, having elaborately carved hairstyle, face with white pigment representing the afterlife, scarification symbol

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Item Details

Description

A Carved wooden semi-helmet mask with painted with linear designs and surmounted by a carved wooden crest and stylized coiffure. Igbo peoples, Nigeria, Africa. The Mask measures 16 x 11 x 6.5 inches. A metal display stand can also be included for an additional $50.00. Provenance: A private New Jersey Collection since 2000.

Condition

Fair, old collector repair to crest, stress fracture on one side. Signs of field use and wear.

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A Fine Igbo Agbogho Mmwo African mask

Name: A Fine Igbo Agbogho Mmwo African mask
SKU: 126539388
Price: 320 USD
Availability: InStock

Estimate $800 - $1,500

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