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PROBABLY FROM LAGOS
Details
A YORUBA FEMALE FIGURE
Probably from Lagos
Standing with the arms lashed to the sides with twisted fibre, the wrap skirt with scorched and incised bands, incised coiffure, scarification to cheeks, dark glossy patina
15.5cm. high
Probably from Lagos
Standing with the arms lashed to the sides with twisted fibre, the wrap skirt with scorched and incised bands, incised coiffure, scarification to cheeks, dark glossy patina
15.5cm. high
Literature
Fagg, W., Miniature Wood Carvings of Africa, Bath, 1970, p.38, fig.24
Special notice
Christie's charge a buyer's premium of 20% (VAT inclusive) for this lot.