^Lot 161 A Mumuye Abstract Ancestor Figure

Nigeria. Well carved hardwood ancestor with short, powerful legs supporting an elongated hour glass form; separated arms following the curve of the natural wood in an elegant motion to the front of the figure. Helmet style coiffure, neat pointed chin or beard. 30”, intact, chips to extremeties, as is. Custom mount included. Good nut brown patina.

Provenance: Ex David Young Canadian Collection. Collected around 1965.

This lot will be sold not subject to a reserve. The starting price is the price at which the item can sell.