Nigeria, Mama Tribe, Buffalo Mask, Circa 1900

The back with conical bowl for attachment to a cap, a type used in Mamgam cult dances. Presented on a black metal stand.

16 in.; 24.5 in. with stand.

Purchased from New York City art dealer J. J. Klejman in 1973; a copy of the original signed invoice is available.
The Collection of Dr. Malcolm Hardy, Chapel Hill, NC

Aged surfaces with appropriate wear.

$400 - 600