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Auction Closes At: 10:40:00 05/07/2025
Time Remaining: Closed
Lot# & Name: 466. Nomoli Figure
Estimate: $700-$1,000
Current High Bid: $350.00
Auction Closed(Final Price) $350.00

Category: African
Sub Category: Savannah
Culture or Country: Sapi people, Sierra Leone.
Period: Probably 14th - 17th century.
Size: 7”H. (18cm).

Description: Gray soapstone carving of a seated figure holding an animal head by the horns in front of folded legs, and enlarged head having prominent lidded wide-set eyes, wide nose, and wide lips. Nicked, weathered surface, front of torso re-surfaced, traces of black pigment on arms.
Provenance: Long Island, N.Y. collection. Ex. collection of Nancy and John Hyde Devoe, NYC. and N.J., active 1950’s - 1970’s.
Shipping Fee:
National: $55.00
International: $115.00 (This is approximate and for Postal Service. Prices may vary, especially for private carriers such as: FEDEX, UPS and BAX).
   




Nomoli Figure

BIDDER BID QTY Original Bid Time
1. Tinker $350.00 1 5/7/2025 10:34:07 AM

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