Lot No. 39


Large Epa mask, Yoruba, 19th century.


Large Epa mask, Yoruba, 19th century. - Tribal Art

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: **
EUR 12,500.-
Estimate:
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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