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Rare Carved Wood Hippopotamus Mask, Cross River Region
Lot 50

Rare Carved Wood Hippopotamus Mask, Cross River Region

Estimate: $36,000 - $54,000
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$18,000
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A rare hippopotamus mask carved from solid wood, made by riverside peoples.

Origin: Source says East Africa or Cross River region
Medium: Solid carved wood
Dimensions: 19" x 7" (1'7" x 7")
Provenance: Private collection, New York City

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