Bidspirit auction | Unique Nok Style Terracotta Head

Unique Nok Style Terracotta Head - West Africa, Nok or Bura Style, Possibly 1000 BCE - 300 CE The first figurine was discovered in 1928 near the village of Nok in Kaduna State during tin mining operations. Nok art is considered the earliest example of large three- dimensional sculpture in sub-Saharan Africa. Figures were crafted from terracotta (baked clay) and often depicted human figures, animals and intricate hairstyles. 13.5” tall with stand