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Lot 4023

Nigerian Jukan Carved Wooden Shoulder Crest

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About this lot

Estimated Value: $150-250

Origin: Nigerian, African, Jukan culture 

Dimensions: 3.5×3.5×15 in. 

Condition: Light scuffs and wear throughout the piece.

Additional Information: A carved dark wood Nigerian shoulder figure crest. The female figure has a carved head with deeply carved details, and a tall rounded headdress. It has an elongated neck with a round carved bangle on its neck. The bottom has a carved out center to form a wedge shape believed to sit on ones shoulder for ceremonial purposes. The bottom has geometric and triangular shapes throughout. There is an informative sticker on the piece on the inside of the shoulder inside portion. 

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Lot
4023
Closed
June 27, 2025
Lot 4023
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