A charming zoomorphic dance crest, most likely the representation here of the akwerekwa pangolin, appearing amidst other zoomorphic and anthropomorphic crests during important celebrations called Egbukere, it is seen emerging from the forest and miming the actions of the blacksmith. Ijo (Ijaw), Nigeria Wood, plant fibers, old polychromy, beautiful patina. L.: 42cm Provenance: Martial Bronsin Collection, Brussels Martial Bronsin Collection, Brussels Private collection, Belgium