by Karl Norton | Nov 22, 2022
Yoruba Shango Dance Wand According to oral tradition, Shango was the fourth king of the ancient Oyo Empire. He defeated the rivalrous Dahomey Kingdom. His army was famed for its skilful cavalry on the battlefield. However, Shango was also renowned for his...
by Karl Norton | Nov 21, 2022
Yoruba Ogboni Edan Figures Wonderful and captivating pair of Yoruba Ogboni Edan figures showing all the characteristics that typify such fascinating items. Tribe: Yoruba Origin: Nigeria Approx Age: Earlier 20th Century Materials: Clay/Metal Alloy/Pewter Dimensions cm:...
by Karl Norton | Nov 24, 2021
Yoruba House Post Fragment A house post to be put in front of a cult house or other important structure. Tribe: Yoruba Origin: Western Nigeria Approx Age: 1950’s Materials: wood Dimensions cm: 114 tall Ref. Number: 1783 £750.00 Description:A wonderful Yoruba...
by Karl Norton | Jun 2, 2021
Yoruba Drum The dùndún drum is part of a larger category of talking drums that is widespread in Western Africa from Senegal to Cameroon. Tribe: Yoruba Origin: Nigeria Approx Age: 1960s Materials: wood, skin, fibre Dimensions cm: 48 tall x 17 wide Ref. Number: 1660...
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