Two Large West African Ceremonial Sculptures

20th century, terracotta, the first: possibly Benué, comprised of a round base supporting a fanned figural top, to include a round straw stand; the second: a series of stacked vessels topped with an equestrian figure.

This lot to be sold on day 1, Wednesday, October 3 (Lots 1-948)

Auction by order of the United States Bankruptcy Courts of the Eastern District of North Carolina. All items sold as-is. No returns. All sales final.

38 in. (the first); 48 in. (the second)

From the Complete and Important Collection of NOA Living, Raleigh, North Carolina

The first: some intentional aging, two cracks - one repaired, both appear stable; the second: some general age, crack to equestrian figure.