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Group of Ewe Twin Figures (5)

African Tribal Art

Group of Ewe Twin Figures (5)

Culture
Ewe
Origin
Togo
Period
Early to mid 20th cent
Object
Figure
Materials
Wood, pigment
Dimensions
7-1/2" to 8"H
Items
5 in this lot
Catalogue
TRB-254

Carved of light blonde wood, the figures are standing with separated feet in shoes, and have grooved hairdos. Traces of blue or black pigment. Losses to feet, age cracks. Worn smooth patina from age and handling.

Provenance
Long Island, N.Y. collection. Ex. collection of Nancy and John Hyde Devoe, NYC. and N.J. Collected 1950's - 1970's. Photograph: Arte Primitivo, New York.
Acquired
Arte Primitivo · 2026

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