Figure de sanctuaire "ikenga" · Nigéria, Igbo · ID: 3047633
Vendu
1 200 €
Provenance
Adam Prout, Worcestershire, Great BritainPiet Lepelaar, Leiden, The Netherlands
Description
wood, pigments, paint, old collection label (base plate), rest.
This figure belongs to the group of naturalistic “ikenga”. The characteristic pair of horns is an expression of male strength and power. The typical attributes of knife and trophy head symbolise superiority and success in warfare.