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A CROSS RIVER CROCODILE MASK, IJO TRIBE NIGERIA ( No 1833) STATUES Width approx 25 cm

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Description

Width approx 25 cm

A traditional leather talismanic necklace from the Mambila tribe of Cameroon with unusual aluminium rings

Used to mark out the spaceinside a hut

from the Fon tribe of  Benin

Excellent well used patina

A CROSS RIVER CROCODILE MASK, IJO TRIBE NIGERIA ( No 1833) STATUES Width approx 25 cmA very striking checkered crocodile mask from the Ijo Ijaw tribe of Nigeria, West Africa. Depicts a crocodile which is the symbol for longevity and perceived wisdom. But it also features human shaped, almond eyes. There are signs of tribal use as an headdress. Would have been worn on top of the head to be animated in dance. A polychrome patina in red white and black. In good collectable condition. We guarantee this item has been tribally used. Length

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