Large Standing Figure
Mumuye people, Nigeria, first half 20th c.
Carved wood with seed and resin (right eye) and aluminum (left eye)
Ex–John Bourne collection, Santa Fe, NM
40” h x 4.5” w (101.6 x 11.43 cm)
Price: $12,500
This is a very fine and early example, with good scale. There is some erosion/loss to the figure’s ears. The right eye consists of a seed with resin, with aluminum used for the left eye (possibly a later native repair). A powerful and commanding sculpture.
