Hispano-Philippine Ivory Head, 19thc.

Hispano-Philippine Ivory Head, 19thc.
the carved head of a female saint with six holes in the skull to hold a now lacking wig with demur features, both ears pierced for ear ornaments. 3 1/8" h. with out base.
Condition: Fine hair line cracks, one with a slight opening, no losses. Provenance: The Mr. & Mrs. Lester Andelson Collection Exhibition: The Allen Memorial Art Museum, Oberlin College, February 9, 1981 Literature: Philippine Religious Imagery, Fernando Zobel de Ayala, 1963