Sale 207 Lot 363

NIGERIAN MUMUYE PEOPLE IAGALAGANA FIGURE. A Mumuye figure is a type of sculpture created by the Mumuye people of northeastern Nigeria. These figures, known as Iagalagana, are traditionally used as representations of tutelary spirits. They are characterized by elongated features, particularly the earlobes, which are often stretched due to the Mumuye custom of inserting discs. The figure is adorned with beads and shells, which are typical embellishments found on Mumuye sculptures. - Height:.
Estimate $150-180