Rare standing female figure · Nigeria, Djibete · ID: 3043649
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Provenance
American Private Collection (1970’s)Amyas Naegele, New York, USA
Size
H: 65 cm
H: 25.6 inch
Description
wood, polychrome paint, massive body composed of geometrical forms, accentuated cut facial features, linear skin scarification marks on body and face, min. dam., insect caused damage (left foot sole), paint rubbed off in parts, base.
The Djibété are a small ethnic group in northern Nigeria. Only little is known about their ritual traditions.
Comparing literature
Joubert, Hélène & Marc Leo Felix, Image de la Femme dans l' Art Africain, Ballan-Miré 2000, ill. 59
Publications
AHDRC: 0150496