Masque crâne - Ibibio - Nigeria

Nigeria
Culture Ibibio
Large skull mask
Wood, seeds, pigments. . .
H. 38cm

Intriguing and beautiful Ibibio mask from Nigeria. It's a skeleton face. He puts on an astonished expression with his big eyes and his half-open mouth. It is a living, animated and radiant work. His presence is pleasant. The sculptor was able to convey an emotion to us. The mask is covered with red and black seed as well as blue pigments. Sold as is, see photos. A beautiful old and authentic collector's item. Circa 1960.