IGBO FIGURE 15, Nigeria

Photographs © Tim Hamill

IGBO
Figure 15
12"
$800
SOLD

This figure has been vetted as being authentic with significant signs of use and age.

Standing figures represent the numerous Igbo deities or ancestors. They are grouped together in symbolic families and are kept in special houses where they are revered. During annual festivities, these figures are taken out and paraded through the villages.

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