Stylistic wooden Montol ancestor figure. The Montol are a small ethnic group live on the right bank of the Benue River and are known for their small figures with splayed legs and round heads. These sculptures were used for fortune telling and healing rites. They belong to a men society called "komtin". Figures of the Montol are quite rare and their style is not clearly defined. It varies from one carver to the other.
Most Montol figures were used for some kind of healing.

Provenance: former private German collection. Including custom made stand.




Object:

Ancestor Figure



Ethnic group:

Montol



Country:

Nigeria



Material:

Wood



Period:

Mid 20th century



Sold with stand:

Yes



Dimensions:

47x11x10 cm



Weight:

820 gram



Condition:

Good condition, used with some signs of wear

Reserve: $170.00

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