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Nigerian decorative mask (#1635)
Nigerian decorative mask (#1635)
Nigerian decorative mask (#1635)
Nigerian decorative mask (#1635)
Nigerian decorative mask (#1635)

Nigerian decorative mask (#1635)

$ 66

Availability: 42 in stock
  • Handmade: Yes
  • Country/Region of Manufacture: Nigeria
  • Culture: African
  • Provenance: Ownership History Available
  • Condition: Paint faded, mask dusted not cleaned, has nicks and scratches.
  • Modified Item: No

    Description

    Ethnic Group and Region: Igbo Nigeria
    Information about mask: The Igbo people, often spelled and pronounced "Ibo" (because the Europeans had difficulty making the /ɡ͡b/ sound), are an ethnic group of southern Nigeria
    directly indigenous to East and West of the lower Niger River
    . (Wikipedia)
    Condition of mask: Paint faded, mask dusted not cleaned, has nicks and scratches.
    Formerly Displayed: 5
    th
    Avenue Mask Museum, Hendersonville NC (#1635).
    The last photo shows mask displayed with other mask in the museum.
    Measurements are approximate..
    Mask height:
    11 inches
    Material: Wood, hand carved
    Acquired year: 2005
    Purchased: Metrolina Tradeshow Expo, Charlotte NC, 6/4/2005
    Information and the only claim with respect to authenticity about this mask are taken from notes and sketches by Ellen Hobbs.