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ORIGINALLY OFFERED AT $450
,BR>Africa, Nigeria, Ogoni, ca. early 20th century CE. A small but very strong antelope face mask or "karikpo" - traditionally used early in the agricultural season as a primary figure in ceremonies that honer the local founding ancestor. The Ogoni people have sustained rich farming lands of the Niger River Delta. This mask boasts and impressive pair of curled carved wood horns, and the visage is very bold with openwork wide eyes and mouth, a prominent curved, upturned nose, raised scarifications before the ears, and remains of white and black pigment on the surface. There are also perforations lining the perimeter, for the attachment of vegetal fibers (some remain) in order to attach to a costume or additional ornamentation. This mask was made for a dancer who would have moved in an acrobatic fashion and at times racing motion. Just imagine it in this context! Size: 4.75" deep x 5.375" W x 9.25" H (12.1 cm x 13.7 cm x 23.5 cm)

Provenance: Ex- Adeon Gallery, Nick Poolos, Chicago, IL acquired before 1970.

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  • Condition: Small losses to ears and expected surface wear. Overall very good.

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