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Igala Mirror Figure
Item Details
A 20th century Igala mirror figure from Nigeria. This figurative mirror features a gentile face and incised designs to the body, face, and neck representing ritual scarification. Similar items are often imbued with spiritual properties.
| Artist (Nationality, Lifespan) | Igala, Nigeria |
| Title, Date | Untitled (Mirror figure), 20th Century |
| Medium on Base | Carved wood with mirror |
| Signature | Unsigned |
Condition
- portion of left foot has broken off; cracks, scratches, dents, and chipping to wood; dust and accretions throughout especially to the mirror; figure is slightly unstable.
Dimensions
10.0" W x 35.5" H x 6.0" D
Item #
18DCC790-016
