Nigeria, Ibibio Peoples, Polychrome Carved Wood Mask (Idiok Ekpo), H 13", W 8", D 6"

Nigeria, Ibibio Peoples, Polychrome Carved Wood Mask (Idiok Ekpo), H 13", W 8", D 6" | Raised Vertical Designs Along Middle of Forehead And Both Sides of the Eyes. Protruding Jaw with Raised Teeth. Top of Mask Appears to Be in the Form of a Cap. Idiok Ekpo Masks Feature Rough, Ugly Features And Are Usually Painted Dark Colors to Represent Someone Who Committed Evil Deeds in Life And Has Become a Ghost in Death. Seven Holes Pierced Along Each Side of the Mask, Fourteen in Total. Possibly for Additional Adornments That Were Once Attached to Mask. Provenance: Property from a Bloomfield Township, MI private collection.
Condition Report: Crack down figure's nose through to the chin, running through the lips. Small gouge just above right eyebrow. Areas of wear at tip of nose and chin. Inside of lower half of mask appears as if it has been burned. | Please note all lots show signs of wear commensurate with age and use, and the lack of a statement regarding condition does not imply the lot is in perfect condition or completely free from defects or the effects of aging. Unless otherwise stated, all information provided is the opinion of DuMouchelles' specialists. Should you have any specific questions regarding the condition of this lot, please use the “Request Condition Report” or “Ask a Question” buttons or email conditions@dumoart.com.