Ethnographic Art & Artifacts

November 1823, 2023
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LOT 68

Lot 68

Ogoni Zim Mask, Nigeria, West Africa, early 20th century

Ogoni Zim Mask, Nigeria, West Africa, early 20th century
Lot 68 Details
Ogoni Zim Mask, Nigeria, West Africa, early 20th century

carved wood with natural pigment, includes stand
height 11.25 in — 28.6 cm

Estimate $800-$1,000

Realised: $615
Price Includes Buyer's Premium ?

Lot Report

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Ogoni Zim Mask, Nigeria, West Africa, early 20th century
  • Ogoni Zim Mask, Nigeria, West Africa, early 20th century
  • Ogoni Zim Mask, Nigeria, West Africa, early 20th century
  • Ogoni Zim Mask, Nigeria, West Africa, early 20th century
Provenance:

Private Collection, New York, NY;
Purchased from Fernandez Leventhal Gallery, New York, NY, 2010;
Private Collection, Toronto, ON

Note:

Comes with copy of original receipt.

CONDITION DETAILS

Some pigment loss and some scuffs and abrasions.

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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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