African Yoruba Beaded Tunic, Nigeria, 20th C.

African Yoruba Beaded Tunic, Nigeria, 20th C. Possibly used by a theatrical group. Provenance: Private New York Collection. Size: 3'3'' x 1'11'' (99 x 58 cm).

First time at auction… West Africa, Nigeria, Yoruba Culture, ca. early to mid-20th century. An ornate tunic vest made from cotton cloth and covered with thousands of glass seed beads and cowrie

West Africa, Nigeria, Yoruba Culture, ca. early to mid-20th century. A spectacular tunic and hat made from cotton cloth and covered with thousands of glass seed beads and shells to form colorful patte

African Yoruba Beaded Hat, Nigeria, Early 20th C. Predominantly adorned with white glass beads, this piece features accents of dark blue. A braided pattern lines the brim, with overlapping circles abo

Fine African Yoruba Beaded Ceremonial Crown, Nigeria, Mid 20th C. Such pieces were reserved for use by Yoruba royalty. Size: 27.75'' x 10'' x 15'' (70 x 25 x 38 cm).

Six African Yoruba Beaded Belts, Diviner Bags, Nigeria, All pieces 20th century with beads, cotton, cowrie shells and thread: (1) Large Yoruba beaded belt with dog and bird motifs, measures: 55"L x 10

African Nigeria Yoruba Beaded Crown (20th Century), cloth and glass beads in the shape of a cone crown with several birds attached and intricate geometric patterns.

Nigeria, 1st half 20th century. Conical with polychrome beaded faces on white with bird finial and remnants of fringe. Lined with cloth. Some wear, finial loose. 16"h.

Nigeria, 1st half 20th century. Conical with white beads and cloth and beaded birds. Fringed and lined with cloth. Some wear. 21.5"h. not including stand.

Pair of Yoruba beaded arm chairs, Nigeria 20th c.; Beaded fabric, bentwood frames; Unmarked; 36 1/2" x 25" x 30"

A group of 3 beaded African belts. Nigeria, Yoruba. 20th century. Largest: 43 3/4"l x 5"w.

Antique African Yoruba Beaded Sword and Hilt Covers, Nigeria. European trade beads, cotton, early 20th C. Provenance: James Willis Gallery, San Francisco, CA. Size: 35'' x 9.5'', 89 x 24 cm (object);

**First Time At Auction** West Africa, Nigeria, Yoruba, ca. mid-20th century CE. A beaded crown (ade) created for a Yoruba oba or king of a classic conical form with a removeable bird finial atop. The

A group of two Yoruba style beaded objects. c.20th century.++ Yoruba style beaded equestrian Nigeria / Benin Yoruba. 29"h x 11 1/4"diam. ++ Yoruba style beaded crown Nigeria / Benin, Yoruba. 19 5/8"h

A group of 6 West African style objects. 20th century. ++ Yoruba style beaded scabbard. Nigeria, Yoruba. 35 3/4”l x 4”w x 1”d.++ Senufo style animal helmet mask. Ivory Coast, Senufo. 20 1/2”h

A group of 2 Yoruba style beaded panels. c.20th century. Nigeria / Benin, Yoruba.

West Africa, Nigeria, Yoruba culture, ca. 19th to early 20th century CE. A beautiful and large leather and burlap bag decorated with hundreds of glass seed beads. The bag was intended for a priest or

Yoruba, Nigeria African Beaded Carved Wood Ceremonial Mask With Cowrie Shells 20Th Century H 17" W 9" D 4" | Blue, White And Read Beading With Cowrie Shells Around The Chin/Neck And On Top The Head.Pr

Ca. early 20thC. This crown is earlier than most, remaining in very good condition, with some discolored beads. Conical form decorated with beads, attached to a fiber backing. The bird finial shows mo

Western Africa, Nigeria, Yoruba peoples, ca. first half of the 20th century CE. A sizable and beautiful helmet mask, comprised of several textile swaths sewn together and reinforced along the rim, mea

Yoruba "Ade Oba" Beaded crown, Nigeria, Africa. Antique glass beads, textile and wood. Early/mid 20th c. Custom mounted. Loss to hanging beads strands, fair condition. Size: 17'' x 9'' x 7'' (43 x 23

West Africa, Nigeria, Yoruba, ca. early 20th century CE. A beautiful leather and burlap bag of rectangular form with a semi-circular front flap, all elaborately adorned by hundreds of barrel beads in

A group of 3 beaded African belts. 20th century. ++ Top: Nigeria, Yoruba. ++ Center: DRC, Kuba. ++ Bottom: Nigeria, Yoruba. Largest: 41 1/2"l x 5"w.

Ceremonial Pouch, Based, Yoruba People, Nigeria, West Africa, 20th C. Beaded textile.Size: 26.75"H x 8.5"W x 5.75"D (22 x 15 x 68 cm). PLEASE NOTE: All auction items are located in CHICAGO for preview