Title: Ife Yoruba polychrome figure - Nigeria - African Art Tribal ArtDescription: Stylistically comparable to the small figures of ibeji twins, this African statue of the Yoruba ethnic group is endowed with globular-eyed and facial scarifications in "griffes". A Yoruba proverb confirms: "It is death that transforms an individual into a beautiful sculpture; a living person has flaws. "Considered as much more than a physical representation of a loved one, this type of representation influences the life of the family, becoming a source of benefits to the family, the latter continuing to pray to him and to worship him and Libations. The Yoruba society is very organized and has several associations whose roles vary. While men's society egbe reinforces social norms, the aro unites farmers. The gelede has more esoteric and religious aims. The notables come together in a society called esusu. The kingdoms of Oyo and Ijebu were born following the demise of the Ife civilization and are still the basis of the yoruba's political structure. The Oyo created two cults centered on the societies Egungun and Sango, still active, who worship their multiple gods, the Orisa , through ceremonies using masks, statuettes, sceptres and divination supports. Source: "Yoruba" B. Lawal.Item Type: Figure, warrior, statueDate/Period: Mid 20th centuryOrigin: NigeriaMaterials: WoodDimensions: 11,02 InchWeight: 1,1 Pounds
Reserve: $214.70
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