This 25-inch carved figure is a significant example of the sculptural heritage of the Idoma people from the lower Benue River valley in Nigeria. In Idoma culture, such figures—often referred to as Anjenu—were created as shrine sculptures to act as intermediaries between the physical and spiritual worlds. These "spirit spouses" or ancestral guardians were traditionally housed in private family shrines to protect the household, ensure fertility, and bring prosperity to the lineage. Carved from a single block of indigenous hardwood, this figure showcases the distinctive "white-faced" aesthetic often found in Idoma and neighboring Igbo art. The face is adorned with kaolin clay, representing the spiritual realm, and features precise scarification marks on the cheeks and temples. The figure is depicted in a powerful, seated posture with hands resting on the knees—a traditional sign of composure, authority, and maternal strength. The torso and limbs are finished in a deep, dark historic patina, creating a striking visual contrast against the pale, painted face.
The "white-face" aesthetic makes this an incredible high-contrast piece. Instead of a standard shelf, try placing this at the end of a long hallway or on a low stone plinth to highlight its architectural silhouette. It works exceptionally well as a singular "ghostly" focal point against dark-painted walls or raw concrete textures.
- *Era: Mid-20th Century
- *Size: 9“(L) x 9“(D) x 25“(H)
- *Material: Hand-Carved Monoxylous Hardwood; Kaolin Pigments
- *Color: Dark Brown/White
- *Features: Traditional white-faced kaolin finish; intricate facial scarification; stable seated posture.
- *Style: African Tribal
- *Origin: Nigeria, West Africa
- *Condition: Excellent antique condition with a rich historic patina and authentic surface wear consistent with ritual use.
- **Please bear in mind that colors of products shown may vary slightly from their original color due to monitor display settings or photography studio.
SHIPPING POLICY
We offer FREE shipping on all orders. There are 2 methods used for shipment and delivery which are delivered curb-side:
1. FOR MOST RANGE HOODS, SINKS, FAUCETS AND ACCESSORY PRODUCTS - FedEx Ground is used for delivery. FedEx will deliver the product and leave outside of premise only with out calling to arrange delivery.
2. FOR RANGES, COOKTOP, DROP-INS, DISHWASHERS AND REFRIGERATORS - FedEx Freight is used for delivery. FedEx will call to arrange a specific delivery time and you will have to arrange to be at the ship to address to accept the product. FedEx will not deliver the product in the premise.
We do not ship to PO Boxes.
Fedex Freight delivers the product curb-side only and arrangements to move the product inside the premise will have to be made by the customer.
Full insurance is included in all shipments.
Tracking number(s) will be provided by the email supplied 1-2 business days* after the date of the order is placed and after which:
- Items shipped FedEx Ground will take 2-4 business days* after processing date.
- Items shipped FedEx Freight will take 3-5 business days* after processing date
ALL PRODUCTS INCLUDE THE FOLLOWING WARRANTY:
1. RANGE HOOD WARRANTY*:
ZLINE - All Range hoods have LIFETIME Warranty on the range hood motor fan and 3-Year warranty on range hood shell which includes control panel, stainless filters, chimney. *Extended warranty can be purchased from CPS.
THOR - All Range hoods have 2-Year warranty.
KUCHT - Range hoods have 4-year warranty on range hood shell which includes control panel, stainless filters, chimney and motor.
ILVE - All products have 2-year warranty
2. RANGES, OVENS, COOKTOPS AND DROP-INS WARRANTY:
ZLINE - All Ranges products and ovens have 1-year warranty. *Extended warranty can be purchased from CPS.
THOR - All Ovens, Cooktop and Drop-ins products have 2-year warranty
KUCHT - All products have 4-year warranty
ILVE - All products have 2-year warranty
3. SINKS WARRANTY:
ZLINE & BOCCHI sinks have LIFETIME warranty.
LATOSCANA sinks have 3-year warranty.
4. MICROWAVE WARRANTY:
All Microwaves have 2-year warranty.
5. DISHWASHER WARRANTY:
All Dishwashers have 2-year warranty.
THOR - 1-year warranty
Kucht - All products have 4-year warranty
6. FAUCETS WARRANTY:
All Faucets have Lifetime warranty.
7. REFRIGERATORS WARRANTY:
THOR - 2-year warranty
KUCHT - All products have 4-year warranty
*Please note: Extended warranty can be purchased form CPS (See above).
