Mask - Animal skin, wood... - Ekoi - Nigeria

Mask, Ekoi culture, Nigeria. H. 54cm Impressive and large Ekoi crest mask from Nigeria. It is a work that leaves no one indifferent. His aura is special and ambivalent, it causes fascination or rejection. The expression of the face is strong, hard, the half-open mouth makes it aggressive. The mask is composed of a wooden core. Then covered with antelope skins. It is this addition of animal skin that makes this mask so special and intriguing. The colors are beautiful, resulting from natural hues. The patina is superb and old, with remains of blood crusts. It is an old work with accidents, see photos, sold as is. A beautiful old and authentic collector's item circa 1940. On a base. Provenance: C. Davoigneau, Toulouse.