Ogoni · Nigeria
Ogoni Mask
Wood
Height: 7.5 inches
Description
Ogoni anthropomorphic mask from Nigeria, in the shape of a ram, with triangular eyes, elongated rectangular nose, round, jutting mouth, and coiffure terminating in two side horns.
Provenance
Nancy and John Hyde Devoe, New York and New Jersey
Condition
Restoration to one of the horns, losses to same horn, some damage to rim in back, other losses and imperfections.
Price$2,200
Payment arranged directly with the gallery
Ten-day examination period