Igbo Ikenga Shrine Figure, Nigeria #878 PROVENANCE snake This veneration received papal recognition

This veneration received papal recognition in 1587 and has been endorsed by the later Pontiffs

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Igbo Ikenga Shrine Figure, Nigeria #878 PROVENANCE snake This veneration received papal recognitionIgbo Ikenga Shrine Figure, Nigeria #878 PROVENANCE A Carved wooden shrine idol with stylized ram horns, exaggerated features and shown holding a human head and remains of a sword. Ibo peoples, Nigeria, Africa. Measurements: The sculpture measures 17 x 5 inches. Condition: fair, weathered and worn, loss to sword. Provenance: The Dr's Noble and Jean Endicott Collection, New York.