African Igbo Male Figure with Monkey - Nigeria - 34.5" In. High
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This superb old Igbo male figure, around 40 to 60 years old. The male sculpture has a monkey perched on his head, and he is safeguarding a young kid. This sculpture symbolizes the opposing forces of good and evil, and reinforces the belief that ancestor and culture heroes protect the well-being of family and community. Religiously addressed in cult shrines, the sculpture's good-will is propagated with offerings to ensure a productive harvest, healthy births, and moral and socially acceptable behavior. Measures: Sculpture itself:....32" In" High.Wooden stand:....12.75 In.Wide....9.25 In.Deep....2.5"High.Total high with stand: 34.5" In. High.
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African Igbo Male Figure with Monkey - Nigeria - 34.5" In. High
Estimate $800 - $1,100
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