Montol ancestor statue, Nigeria
Wood
H. 53 cm
The... Lot 10
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Montol ancestor statue, Nigeria
Wood
H. 53 cm
The style of this object is characteristic of the Upper Benue region, showing probable Montol, Chamba and Jukun influences. The head with a concave diamond-shaped face is topped by a traditional headdress. The torso is cylindrical and the arms are in a circular arc. For a similar example, see the sale of the Hubert Goldet collection, 2001, Paris, lot 141.
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