Carved wooden headdress of a male smoking a pipe with colorful painted areas and a well handled surface. Attached on the bottom is a woven textile support and strap for wearing, remains of the original costume.
 
The mask / dance crest measures 17.5 x 10 inches, not counting the hanging textiles.
 
Igbo peoples, Nigeria, Africa. A professional custom display stand included.
 
Provenance :Ex William Wright Gallery, New York, Ex Private New York City collection.
Condition
Fair, well handled