Atypical, this interesting Yoruba statuette offers a polychrome patina tarnished by time, locally chipped. Seated, the subject all in length rests large digitized hands on his knees. Small erosions. Height on base: 31 cm. Centered on the veneration of its gods, or orisà, the Yoruba religion is based on artistic sculptures with coded messages (aroko). The kingdoms of Oyo and Ijebu were born following the disappearance of the Ifé civilization and are still at the base of the political structure of the Yoruba. The Oyo created two cults centered on the Egungun and Sango societies, still active, which venerate their gods, the Orisa, through ceremonies using masks, statuettes, scepters and divination supports. The slave trade helped to disseminate Yoruba beliefs across the continents.
80.00 € Possibility of payment in 2x (2x 40.0 €) This item is sold with its certificate of authenticity
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