Maternity figure – Wood – Yoruba – Nigeria

Description

Extraordinary wooden maternity figure from the Yoruba tribe of Nigeria.
Exhibiting a wide diversity in size, symbolism, intimacy and style. African maternity figures depict the ideals of beauty, fertility, character and action and many signify much more, whether the primordial mother or a legendary founding ancestor. Commonly used as shrine figures, they were often objects of petitions or prayers for fertility and successful births.

Good condition with a wonderful aged patina.

Object

Maternity Figure

Ethnic group:

Yoruba

Country:

Nigeria

Material:

Wood

Estimated period:

Mid 20th century

Sold with stand:

No

Dimensions:

36x17x15 cm

Weight:

700 gram

Condition:

Good condition, used with some signs of wear

Reserve: $600.00

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Maternity figure – Wood – Yoruba – Nigeria

Lot 0007

Estimate $700-$800

Mar 4, 2026, 12:06 PM EST

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