Stylistic Sango figure from the Yoruba tribe of Nigeria.

The name Sango allegedly belonged to the fourth Yoruba king who was deified and became associated with thunder, symbolized by a double-axe motif on the head of the sculptures associated with his cult. During annual Sango cult ceremonies, woman devotees sing and dance holding the Ose Sango (dance wand).

Beautiful aged wooden figure with a great patina and clear traces of wear and tear.

Provenance: Manfred Schäfer collection, ex gallery owner from Ulm (Germany). Including custom made stand.

Object:

Sango Figure

Ethnic group:

Yoruba

Country:

Nigeria

Material:

Wood

Period:

Mid 20th century

Sold with stand:

Yes

Dimensions:

45x8x5 cm

Weight:

500 gram

Condition:

Good condition, used with some signs of wear

Reserve: $120.00

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