Mask – Wood – Ibo / Idoma – Nigeria – Schädler certificate

Beautiful mask from the Idoma tribe of Nigeria. Good condition with a nice aged patina.
The mask is beautiful carved with a leopard on top. In African regions leopard symbolize all that is noble, courageous and honourable. The mask has clear traces of wear with a wonderful aged patina.

Provenance: Manfred Schäfer collection, ex- gallery owner from Ulm, Germany.With certificate of Authenticity signed by professor Karl-Ferdinand Schädler.

Including professional custom made stand.