An authentic Ibibio doll statue from Nigeria. This beautiful figure was carved in the female likeness wearing a spotted dress. The arms are movable and its attached to a custom base. The piece measures 20.5 inches tall and weighs 2.5 lbs. It has some wear and tear and imperfections including damage to the ears – please see photos.
Articulated Ibibio Female Doll Figure on Base 20.5″ – Nigeria
$325.00
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| Type of Object | Figure |
|---|---|
| Country of Origin | Nigeria |
| Ethnicity | Ibibio |
| Material | Wood, Pigment |
| Approximate Age | Unknown |
| Height (Inches) | 20.5" |
| Width (Inches) | 6" |
| Depth (Inches) | 5" |
| Weight (Pounds) | 2.5 lbs |
| Overall Condition | Damage to ears, wear and tear throughout – see photos |
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Tribe Information
About the Ibibio People
“The Ibibio and the Anang people number around 2,000,000 and live in an area between the Delta and the Cross River. Their main resource is farming maize and iguame. They live in villages led by a chief elected from the most hounourable heads of important families and Ibibio and Anag social life is regulated by three secret societies which incorporate masks into their annual ceremonies. The most important of these societies is the Ekpo, which is responsible for the cult of the ancestors, who are in turn responsible for the welfare of the tribe. In Ibibio ceremonies, two main types of mask appear. The first, known as Mfon, has an articulated jaw and represents a ‘beautiful’ spirit who has attained eternal bliss. The second mask, called Idiok, is thought to represent a hell-dwelling spirit and is carved with a typical emaciated face, possibly alluding to ill-health.”
Source:
Baquart, Jean-Baptiste. The Tribal Arts of Africa. New York: Thames and Hudson Inc. 1998. Print.
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