Pair of puppets
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Lot: 212
91 Tribal Art AuctionPair of puppets
Nigeria, Ibibio
| Provenance | Size | Starting price / estimated price |
|---|---|---|
| Dutch Private Collection | H: 16.7 inch / 17.1 inch |
3000 EUR
plus 27 % commission, VAT, transport and insurance |
wood, separately worked arms, colored, rep., base
This scuptures were used for puppet plays during the ceremonies of the "ekong" society. The events played an educative role.
Schädler, Karl-Ferdinand, Encyclopedia of African Art and Culture, Munich 2009, p. 280
