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The Igbo shrine figure above has been vetted as authentic with signs of significant age and use.
Figure 33 29.5" high $2500 |
Figure 37 30" high $2000 |
Figure 38 35" high $1200 |
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The Igbo shrine figure above has been vetted as authentic with signs of significant age and use.
Figure 33 29.5" high $2500 |
Figure 37 30" high $2000 |
Figure 38 35" high $1200 |
The Igbo shrine figures above have all been vetted as authentic.
Despite their appearance the figures below were probably made to be sold.
Figure 44 39.5" high $1000
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Figure 45 30.5" high $500
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Shrine figures represent gods who provide protection, healing and good fortune in return for respect, sacrificial food and adherence to their rules. Their hands are extended to receive gifts, and open to indicate generosity and honesty.
---from Herbert M. Cole, A History of Art in Africa.
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