Large Epa mask, Yoruba, 19th century.
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Nigeria, wood, 140 cm. A very early Epa mask with royal figures in copulation. The female has a labret indicating her high status, likely as a queen. The standing male figure has the feet of the woman in his hands, standing in front of her. Indication of wear and age.
Provenance
Carlo Monzino collection, Milan.
Specialist: Joris Visser
Joris Visser
+32-2-514 00 34
Joris.Visser@dorotheum.com
21.06.2018 - 17:00
- Realized price: **
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EUR 12,500.-
- Estimate:
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EUR 12,000.- to EUR 15,000.-
Large Epa mask, Yoruba, 19th century.
Nigeria, wood, 140 cm. A very early Epa mask with royal figures in copulation. The female has a labret indicating her high status, likely as a queen. The standing male figure has the feet of the woman in his hands, standing in front of her. Indication of wear and age.
Provenance
Carlo Monzino collection, Milan.
Specialist: Joris Visser
Joris Visser
+32-2-514 00 34
Joris.Visser@dorotheum.com
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Auction: | Tribal Art |
Auction type: | Saleroom auction |
Date: | 21.06.2018 - 17:00 |
Location: | Vienna | Palais Dorotheum |
Exhibition: | 16.06. - 21.06.2018 |
** Purchase price incl. buyer's premium and VAT
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