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Lot 245
"Igbo Man, Nigeria" by Carol Beckwith (USA, B.1945) and Angela Fisher (Australia, B.1947) Artist Proof Color Photograph
Estimate: $300 - $600
Starting Bid
$30
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| $500 | $50 |
| $1,000 | $100 |
| $2,000 | $250 |
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| $15,000 | $1,000 |
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| $100,000 | $5,000 |
This large-format color photograph depicts a ceremonial portrait of an Igbo man in Nigeria. The subject is shown with traditional body markings and ritual adornments, captured in a moment of intense focus or spiritual transition. The lighting emphasizes the texture of the pigments on his skin and the vibrant colors of his patterned wrap and grass accessories. Carol Beckwith and Angela Fisher are world-renowned photographers who have spent over 40 years documenting the traditional ceremonies and daily lives of African cultures. This specific piece is a rare Artist Proof (AP) from a very limited edition, hand-signed by both artists in the lower right margin.
Details Artist: Carol Beckwith and Angela Fisher Title: Igbo Man, Nigeria Medium: Color photograph Edition: AP 3/5 (Artist Proof) Dimensions: 22 x 16 inches Signature: Hand-signed in pencil by both artists in the lower right margin; numbered in the lower left margin
African ethnographic photography Igbo culture Nigerian ritual ceremony body art traditional dress Carol Beckwith Angela Fisher fine art photography limited edition artist proof collectable African art global cultures documentary photography
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