A sculpted head with forehead and temples scarified in relief, very old crest mask, covered with leather, with a hairstyle and a beard of hair with a double braided plait, and a growth at the top of the skull.
Boki, Nigeria
Wood, leather, rattan, metal nails, visible wear and accidents of age, beautiful patina of use.
H. 23,5 cm
Provenance :
Anne and Jacques Kerchache Collection.
Exhibitions and publications :
- Christie's sale, Paris, October 29, 2008, lot 119.
- Pierre Bergé & Associés sale, June 13, 2010, lot 304.
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