Yoruba Male Elder Figure, Nigeria #284
- Yoruba Male Elder Figure, Nigeria #284
- A Male Yoruba ElderĀ Figure with a Ceremonial Staff in one hand and aĀ carved wooden Chain or Necklace of Beads (symbolizing Rank or Office in the Community's Governing Structure or Secret Society Structure) in the other hand.Ā
- Carved from a single block of wood, this fine and complex carving would have represented a Revered Elder. The Figure was most likely used in Ceremonies or Rituals involving Judgements or Official Actions in the Community.
- Condition: Very good in all aspects of the Figure, which is based on a plinth with heavy deterioration from long term use and age. Natural brownish patina.Ā
- Measurements:Ā 54cm
- Age: Mid 20th Century
- Origin is Nigeria
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Yoruba Male Elder Figure, Nigeria #284
Yoruba Male Elder Figure, Nigeria #284
- Yoruba Male Elder Figure, Nigeria #284
- A Male Yoruba ElderĀ Figure with a Ceremonial Staff in one hand and aĀ carved wooden Chain or Necklace of Beads (symbolizing Rank or Office in the Community's Governing Structure or Secret Society Structure) in the other hand.Ā
- Carved from a single block of wood, this fine and complex carving would have represented a Revered Elder. The Figure was most likely used in Ceremonies or Rituals involving Judgements or Official Actions in the Community.
- Condition: Very good in all aspects of the Figure, which is based on a plinth with heavy deterioration from long term use and age. Natural brownish patina.Ā
- Measurements:Ā 54cm
- Age: Mid 20th Century
- Origin is Nigeria
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- Yoruba Male Elder Figure, Nigeria #284
- A Male Yoruba ElderĀ Figure with a Ceremonial Staff in one hand and aĀ carved wooden Chain or Necklace of Beads (symbolizing Rank or Office in the Community's Governing Structure or Secret Society Structure) in the other hand.Ā
- Carved from a single block of wood, this fine and complex carving would have represented a Revered Elder. The Figure was most likely used in Ceremonies or Rituals involving Judgements or Official Actions in the Community.
- Condition: Very good in all aspects of the Figure, which is based on a plinth with heavy deterioration from long term use and age. Natural brownish patina.Ā
- Measurements:Ā 54cm
- Age: Mid 20th Century
- Origin is Nigeria
























