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Eket, Dance Mask, Nigeria, circa 1940

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Description

Wood
Eket people, Nigeria, circa 1940
Face mask with a fine black encrusted patina
Oval form
V-shaped pattern carved into the sides and top exterior ridges
Ridged lateral scarification along cheek portions
Lidded eyes
Height: 22 cm
Good condition
Provenance: Private collection, Potsdam
The formal and ornamental elements of the mask express the symbolism of the Eket people

The mask originates from Nigeria, Eket circa 1940. It is a dance mask of oval shape. A V-shaped pattern is carved into the sides and top exterior ridges of the mask. Along the cheek portions is ridged lateral scarification. Lidded eyes provide the Eket dance mask with serene expression. The dance mask covers a fine black encrusted patina. The Eket are a small ethnic group in South West Nigeria belonging to the Ibibio, who are living in about 45 villages. The formal and ornamental elements of the mask express the symbolism of the Eket people.

The Eket dance mask is in good condition. It is 22 cm in height. (tm)

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Eket, Dance Mask, Nigeria, circa 1940

Name: Eket, Dance Mask, Nigeria, circa 1940
SKU: 31099347
Price: 380 EUR
Availability: InStock

Estimate €480 - €600

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