Ethnographic Arts & Artifacts

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LOT 64

Lot 64

Large Igbo/Ibo Polychrome Painted Pottery Figure, Nigeria, West Africa, 20th century

Large Igbo/Ibo Polychrome Painted Pottery Figure, Nigeria, West Africa, 20th century
Lot 64 Details
Large Igbo/Ibo Polychrome Painted Pottery Figure, Nigeria, West Africa, 20th century

28" x 12.5" x 14" — 71.1 x 31.8 x 35.6 cm.

Estimate $300-$500

Realised: $250
Price Includes Buyer's Premium ?

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Large Igbo/Ibo Polychrome Painted Pottery Figure, Nigeria, West Africa, 20th century
  • Large Igbo/Ibo Polychrome Painted Pottery Figure, Nigeria, West Africa, 20th century
  • Large Igbo/Ibo Polychrome Painted Pottery Figure, Nigeria, West Africa, 20th century
  • Large Igbo/Ibo Polychrome Painted Pottery Figure, Nigeria, West Africa, 20th century
Provenance:

Private Collection, Boston
Budrose Collection, Boston
Skinner Auctions, Boston, January 15, 2011, lot 219

CONDITION DETAILS

Various loss and chips to the pottery, paint throughout and the neck has been broken and repaired.

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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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