Los Angeles, CA
Details
- Dimensions
- 15ʺW × 14ʺD × 69ʺH
- Art Subjects
- Figure
- Period
- Late 19th Century
- Country of Origin
- Nigeria
- Item Type
- Vintage, Antique or Pre-owned
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- Materials
- Bronze
- Condition
- Good Condition, Original Condition Unaltered, Some Imperfections
- Color
- Bronze
- Condition Notes
- Great condition with beautiful signs of age. Great condition with beautiful signs of age. less
- Description
- Beautiful and rare bronze Nupe female figure from the Idah region of Nigeria. Traditional elongated head shape with fine lines … more Beautiful and rare bronze Nupe female figure from the Idah region of Nigeria. Traditional elongated head shape with fine lines of hair weave style and scarification lines across abdomen. The Nupe people often have scarification markings on their faces and body as seen in this important bronze figure (similar to an old Yoruba tradition) These markings identify their prestige and the family of which they belong as well as for protection beliefs. This female figure is adorned with waste band, necklace and holding a fan. Authentic aged patina in very good condition with minor cracks and worn areas. less
Los Angeles, CA
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