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Mask featuring a flat face with a long, pointed chin. Triangular eyes have been pierced and are surmounted by a domed forehead. The entire face is decorated with raised geometric lines painted in black, contrasting with the white of the face.
This type of very simple mask is called "Igri" and was used during the dry season to emphasize notions of virility.
Igbo-Afikpo people, Nigeria
Wood with a patina from use (very slight losses, cracks), pigments.
Height: 44 cm
Mid-20th century
Provenance: Norbert Boutet Collection
Ref: GZQ37MDGIE