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Early 20th Century Fang Tribe "Nlo Bieri" Guardian Head
Item Details
An early 20th century Fang culture (Gabon, Africa) guardian head or Nlo Bieri, carved from wood with metal embellishment at the temple. The heart shaped face with stylized features and metal disc eyes has a crested coiffure and is elevated on a cylindrical neck. The anthropomorphic effigies are honored and consulted by family members as they guard relic boxes containing the remains and skulls of ancestors. Please note a similar guardian head is offered as #18DCC143-920.
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Condition
- minor scuffs and scratches, minor surface wear
- crack on bottom and side, chip at top of head, cracked throughout head
Dimensions
4.0" W x 13.0" H x 4.0" D
Item #
18DCC143-999
