Zemanek-Münster

Shrine figure "ikenga"

Nigeria, Igbo
sold EUR 400
Provenance
Wolfgang Klein, Vienna, Austria
Size
H: 64 cm
H: 25.2 inch

Description

wood, pigment residues, base

This figure belongs to the group of naturalistic “ikenga”. She holds the typical attributes knife and trophy head in her hands. The characteristic pair of horns, symbolising male strength and power, is present in a modified form.


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