Wonderful plank mask / Panel from the Eket people of Nigeria.
These type of masks were associated with forest spirits and depend on the ekpo society.
The Eket, established in the southeast of Nigeria, are a subgroup of the Ibibio.
Good condition with a wonderfull aged patina.
Provenance: former private collection from the Netherlands.
Object: |
Plank mask / Panel |
Ethnic group: |
Eket |
Country: |
Nigeria |
Material: |
Wood |
Period: |
Mid 20th century |
Sold with stand: |
No |
Dimensions: |
64x48x2 cm |
Weight: |
2500 gram |
Condition: |
Good condition, used with some signs of wear |