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Very Fine Yoruba Eshu figure, Nigeria, Africa, African

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Very Fine Yoruba Eshu figure, Nigeria, Africa, African

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a Very Fine Yoruba Eshu figure, Nigeria, Africa, African Art. a Very fine Yoruba carved idol from Nigeria, Africa. carved wood with wonderful patina from handling, accented with brass tacks and shown holding small bronze bells, which are strung on grass and woven around the sculptures back. Heavy indigo pigment applications to lower torso,legs and base. professionally mounted to custom wood base. A Masterpiece of Yoruba Tribal Art.Provenance:Ex New York City Collection. Circa:Early to Mid 20th century . Dimensions:17 x 5 inches (19 on custom stand)

Condition

Well handled and worn, wear and erosion to base, restoration to top of head, minimal, otherwise a few stress fractures and all original and intact.

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Very Fine Yoruba Eshu figure, Nigeria, Africa, African

Name: Very Fine Yoruba Eshu figure, Nigeria, Africa, African
SKU: 32818212
Price: 610 USD
Availability: InStock

Estimate $1,000 - $1,800

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