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Igbo artist, White Maiden mask (Agbogho Mmuo)

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Igbo artist, White Maiden mask (Agbogho Mmuo)

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Igbo artist
White Maiden mask (Agbogho Mmuo)

Nigeria, 20th century
carved wood, pigment, fiber, shells
overall: 31.375 h x 9 w x 12.75 d in (80 x 23 x 32 cm)

Provenance: Gordon Reece Gallery, London | Acquired from the previous in 2002, Collection of Jerry and Dina Wind

This work will ship from Lambertville, New Jersey.

Condition

Good vintage condition with wear commensurate with age and materials. Exhibits some flakes, abrasions, scratches and grain separations. Some fraying to fibers and a couple of missing shells. Dimensions listed include associated wood and metal base measuring 21 x 8.25 x 9.75 inches.

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Igbo artist, White Maiden mask (Agbogho Mmuo)

Name: Igbo artist, White Maiden mask (Agbogho Mmuo)
SKU: 176569079
Price: 2400 USD
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