African Art Online Auction

July 11, 2013

LOT 5

Lot 5

Yoruba Helmet Mask, Nigeria

Yoruba Helmet Mask, Nigeria
Lot 5 Details
Yoruba Helmet Mask, Nigeria

Wood. Of oval-form with a bird perched to the top grasping a large serpent in its beak TOGETHER WITH a secondary helmet mask with inset red beading arranged across the crown of the head and along the eyebrow
9.4" x 13.4" — 24 x 34 cm.

Estimate $300-$400

Realised: $300
Price Includes Buyer's Premium ?

Lot Report

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Yoruba Helmet Mask, Nigeria
  • Yoruba Helmet Mask, Nigeria
  • Yoruba Helmet Mask, Nigeria
  • Yoruba Helmet Mask, Nigeria
  • Yoruba Helmet Mask, Nigeria

CONDITION DETAILS

area above the left side of the ear has been restored, minor cracks throughout, surface wear; smaller helmet mask: losses in red beading, some beading loose

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  • 5 Stars: Excellent - No discernable damage, flaws or imperfections
  • 4 Stars: Very Good - Minor flaws or imperfections visible only under close inspection using specialised instruments or black light
  • 3 Stars: Good - Minor flaws visible upon inspection under standard lighting
  • 2 Stars: Fair - Exhibits flaws or damage that may draw the eye under standard lighting
  • 1 Star: Poor - Flaws or damage immediately apparent under standard lighting (examples: missing components, rips, broken glass, damaged surfaces, etc.)

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