Details
ITEM NAME:
Ogoni Elu Mask
ITEM #:
3591
ETHNICITY:
Ogoni
ORIGIN:
Eastern Niger Delta
MEDIUM:
Wood, Pigment, Metal.
DIMENSIONS:
8″ Tall (20.3 cm)
CONDITION:
Very Good.
NOTE:
Display Stand Not Included.
PROVENANCE:
Private Estate Collection – Florida, USA.
CATALOGUE NOTE:
Experience the Mystique and Majesty of Ancient Ogoniland
Crafted with meticulous attention to detail, the Authentic Ogoni Elu Mask embodies the rich history and vibrant storytelling of the Ogoni people. Formerly used to narrate tales of lore with its iconic hinged jaw that rattles with motion, this mask is a rare treasure from a private Estate Collection of African Art and was held in my personal collection for the last 10 years.
Unveil the Spirit of Ogoniland
- Articulating Jaw Feature: Marvel at the precision and engineering that animates this traditional piece.
- Rare Collectible: With the scarcity of genuine elu masks, seize the opportunity to own a piece of cultural legacy.
- Historic Significance: Connect with the time-honored expressions of comedy and tragedy as conveyed by the Ogoni.
