International Fine Art, African & Asian Antiques November 30th 2021
This lot is closed for bidding. Bidding ended on 11/30/2021
Benin carved wood mancala board, with photocopied certificate of authenticity and sale signed by Chief Osazuwa Ero, the Ero of the Benin Kingdom, circa 8/7/10; overall good condition, minor wear; L 29" x W 8" x H 4 1/4" (approx.)
Provenance: Dr. Peter T. Furst (1922-2015) collection thence by decent. Dr. Peter T. Furst was an anthropologist, author (150+ books) and teacher as well as the Foreign Fellow of the Linnean Society of London. Dr. Furst curated many exhibitions throughout the years.