Ancestor Figure
Altar Piece
Yoruba Peoples
Nigeria
Mid 20th Century
Collected by naturalist and philanthropist Eli Weiss in the 1980’s.
25” tall x 5" wide x 4" deep.
Carve Wood Figure on Natural Post.
Figure is pigmented with Black and Covered in a White Kaolin.
This original work of art is a highlight of African and ethnic art collections, representing the rich cultural heritage of the Yoruba tribe.
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Great Earth LLC
Carbondale, Colorado
Representing the Eli Weiss Collection of African Art.
A lifetime of travel, passion, activism, philanthropy and genuine humanity lead to the accumulation of these wonderful objects spanning a great breadth of the African continent.
A vast collection of Significant works of Art & vintage ‘Of Culture’ craft works produced for collectors.
Steven is an Artist, Educator and Dealer with an excellent reputation and 25 years of professional experience.
I am proud to share this extraordinary group of Artworks.
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