A fine Mumuye figure, Nigeria

of overall attenuated and stylized form, the human figure with arms to the sides and a small helmet shaped-head framed by cascading, pierced lobes; printed label 'MATHIAS KOMOR WORKS OF ART NEW YORK' on reverse of right leg; varied dark brown patina with residue.

Mathias Komor, New York
Acquired from the above on October 23, 1971

Good condition overall; minor checking of the wood at the lower back, minor loss to the bottom of the feet, possibly insect damage; patina on reverse faded resulting in lighter color, presumably caused by prolonged exposure to daylight.
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