HEADDRESS MASK - Cross River Region, Nigeria - Boki - Lot 37

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HEADDRESS MASK - Cross River Region, Nigeria - Boki - Lot 37
HEADDRESS MASK - Cross River Region, Nigeria - Boki First half of the 20th century. Wood, dark patina with an earthy, crusty appearance, pigments. Dimensions: 44 cm. Stylized human face with realistic and expressive features. The eye sockets are deep, with large, prominent almond-shaped eyes. The mouth is slightly parted, revealing a double row of incised, pointed teeth. These masks were worn during funeral ceremonies. Condition: Visible signs of wear, minor erosion of the material. Research and documentation: Coryse Mwape – Art historian specializing in ancient African art. Internal ref.: 55
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