Figure "ikenga"
Nigeria, Igbo
not available anymore
Size
H: 38 cm
H: 15.0 inch
Description
heavy wood, encrusted brown patina, min. dam., minor missing parts, cracks, slight traces of abrasion;
an “ikenga” figure is carved on the occasion of the foundation of a house, because it represents strength and protection. It will be destroyed in case of the owner’s death.