Description:

Africa, Nigeria, Ibibio, ca. early 20th century CE. A hand carved and hand painted mask depicting a female character created for use in a dance performance. The impressive visage presents a yellow ochre complexion with hand painted details in black, an elaborate black coiffure with a crest at the top, eye slits for the wearer, painted arched brows, painted stylized geometric motifs adorning cheeks, chin, forehead, and area between nose and mouth, a small protruding nose, and an open smile with incised teeth. Such masks were not meant to be isolated works of sculpture, but rather used in a mask performance that included music, costumes, food, and audience participation. Size: 7.5" W x 11.25" H (19 cm x 28.6 cm)

Provenance: Ex-Adeon Gallery, Nick Poolos collection, Chicago, IL, acquired prior to 1970

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  • Condition: Very old break to chin and expected surface wear as shown.

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