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.
Object: Mask
Ethnic group/ culture: Ibo / Idoma
Region/ country: Nigeria
Material: Wood
Period: Mid 20th century
Condition: Good
Sold with stand: Yes
Dimensions: 47×23×21 cm
Weight: 1700 g