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Nigeria Epa Helmit Mask, African Tribal Art

Offered by: Tishu

Description
An Epa Helmet Mask, Nigeria, Africa.

Fully carved mother and child; painted red and black with touches of white; Provenence: The Children's Museum of Indianapolis; The Eiteljorg Museum in Indianapolis. Harrison Eiteljorg is the founder of the Museum. He is also a collector for African and Oceanic art and his collection is installed at the Indianapolis Museum of Art.

Yoruba Epa headdress/helmet mask is from Nigeria. For pieces with a similar style, see p103 Art of the Senses African masterpieces from the Teel Collection by MFA.

Lot 135 from Sotheby’s African, Oceanic and Pre-Columbian Art Auction on May 17, 2007. Sale number N08320.

More Information

Period:	1950-1979
Materials:	Polychromed wood.
Condition:	Good. Nice patina from real use, rubbing, wood crackles, and wear. Wear consistent with age and use. Minor losses. Minor fading.
Creation Date:	1950's or earlier.
Styles / Movements:	Tribal, African, Folk Art
Incollect Reference #:	125846

Dimensions

H.	46.5 in;	Diam.	18 in;
H.	118.11 cm;	Diam.	45.72 cm;

Message from Seller:

Tishu, based in Atlanta, GA, offers a diverse collection ranging from Neolithic art to 20th-century collectibles, with a focus on Mid-century design, Japanese and Korean art, Asian textiles, and Contemporary Aboriginal art. Driven by a passion for timeless beauty, the gallery is open by appointment only and offers works that span 5,000 years of history. Reach them at 305-400-0561 or tishu@tishugallery.com.