A sculpted head with forehead and temples scarified in relief, very old crest mask, covered with leather, with a hairstyle and a beard of hair with a double braided plait, and a growth at the top of the skull. Boki, Nigeria Wood, leather, rattan, metal nails, visible wear and accidents of age, beautiful patina of use. H. 23,5 cm Provenance : Anne and Jacques Kerchache Collection. Exhibitions and publications : - Christie's sale, Paris, October 29, 2008, lot 119. - Pierre Bergé & Associés sale, June 13, 2010, lot 304.