Ethnographic Arts & Artifacts

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LOT 104

Lot 104

Yoruba White Beaded Headdress, Nigeria, West Africa, late 20th/21st century

Yoruba White Beaded Headdress, Nigeria, West Africa, late 20th/21st century
Lot 104 Details
Yoruba White Beaded Headdress, Nigeria, West Africa, late 20th/21st century

woven beads on a rigid interior structure wrapped in cloth
overall height 30 in — 76.2 cm

Estimate $150-$200

Realised: $137.50
Price Includes Buyer's Premium ?

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Yoruba White Beaded Headdress, Nigeria, West Africa, late 20th/21st century
  • Yoruba White Beaded Headdress, Nigeria, West Africa, late 20th/21st century
  • Yoruba White Beaded Headdress, Nigeria, West Africa, late 20th/21st century
  • Yoruba White Beaded Headdress, Nigeria, West Africa, late 20th/21st century
  • Yoruba White Beaded Headdress, Nigeria, West Africa, late 20th/21st century

CONDITION DETAILS

Missing some of the beaded strand drops.

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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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