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Antique Rare Carved Wood African Mumuye Sukwava Yoke Or Shoulder Mask Nigeria




Item History & Price

Information:
Reference Number: Avaluer:11397Tribe: Mumuye
Original/Reproduction: OriginalMaterial: Wood
Color: Medium Wood Tone
Original Description:

______________You are bidding on a unique and rare mid or late-20th century shoulder / yoke mask (also known as Sukwava) crafted by the Mumuye peoples of Eastern Nigeria, West Africa. Sukwava masks have been used during pre-war ceremonies and agricultural or healing ceremonies, the ‘clothes-pin’ shaped body with an opening in the front to allow the dancer to see is very small on this piece; perhaps it was created for a stat...ue or a child.       Approximately 16.5" tall  |  weight is 1 lb. 8.7 oz  This and the majority of items I will be listing for the rest of this year are from a local estate of a gentleman who curated a massive collection of antiques from around the globe; check back often for amazing finds!
SOLD 100% AS IS / AS Pictured
Shipping is a flat $11 - Always happy to offer combined shipping._____________



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