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Ijo Information |
| Tribe: | Ijo |
| Mask Type: | Water Spirit Mask |
| Country: | Nigeria |
| Comments: | Old "Water Spirit" / igodo mask. From the main dance group of the Ekine society, the Agbo, or Magbo. The mask is one of a series danced in threes. The powerful water-snake is represented, painted in silver and yellow, with some green. Shows some age damage, and cracks, but displays an excellent patina. |
| Price: | 7000 |
| Material: | Wood, pigment, paint |
| Age: | Early 20th century |
| Height (in): | 24 |
| Width (in): | 8 |
| Depth (in): | 7 |
