African Art - Large & impressive wooden Mask Probably from Nigeria 16"

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Large & impressive Wooden Mask
Country: Probably from Nigeria
People: ?
Material: Wood
Dimension: About 16 1/2 inches high
Condition: medium
Second half of the 20th century
Sold without the stand

Reserve: $150.00

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African Art - Large & impressive wooden Mask Probably from Nigeria 16"

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Mar 4, 2026, 12:33 PM EST

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