Brea, California, United States
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December auction featuring quality examples of edged weapons, antique firearms, armour parts as well as ancient pre-Columbian. Wide variety of jewelry. Fossils and minerals. Filipino and African lots. Chinese and Korean pottery. There's something for everyone
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LOT 563:
Authentic, Igbo Janus Headrest
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Start price:
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250
Estimated price :
$500 - $1,000
Buyer's Premium: 25%
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sales tax: 7.75%
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Authentic, Igbo Janus Headrest
Nigeria, Igbo Janus headrest carving in wood. Old, made for use and used. Painted in white and black pigment of two male figures with a carved top rest support. Size 11 1/4" H, 6 1/2" W
Family collection of an esteemed diplomat and ambassador amassed during travel and work circa 1960-1990s in the medical field providing charitable advanced medical care throughout the African continent and internationally.. Family collection of an esteemed diplomat and ambassador amassed during travel and work circa 1960-1990s in the medical field providing charitable advanced medical care throughout the African continent and internationally.
Condition: Light splitting losses to finish and wear overall commensurate with age and use.
