Large African Yoruba Bronze Fertility Statue,c1920

1900 - 1920

Sold by Curious Antiques

Description

Fine large African tribal bronze shrine fertility statue, c 1920.From the Yoruba Ogboni tribal area (Nigeria), an area noted for the quality of its craftsmanship ,this is a good quality casting with fine detail and decoration and has taken on great colour/patina following years of handling. The figure is 'Onile' the female fertility force of the Ogboni society. As the primary giver of life she displays her genetalia and has the characteristic cicatrisation patterns on her back, cheeks and forehead. The bird decoration signifies she possesses spiritual powers. Overall condition is good in line with age and use. Please feel free to contact me if you would like to view the item or have any questions.

Price includes FREE UK shipping.

Size: 27cm tall x 9cm wide x 8cm deep, weight 1.6kg. I will happily ship worldwide.

Physical Dimensions

Height

27cm (10.63")

Width

9cm (3.54")

Depth

8cm (3.15")

Declaration

Curious Antiques has dated this piece to the 1920s.

Reference Numbers

Sellingantiques Reference

SA790988

Dealers Notes

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Description

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As the primary giver of life she displays her genetalia and has the characteristic cicatrisation patterns on her back, cheeks and forehead.

Curious Antiques

The bird decoration signifies she possesses spiritual powers. Overall condition is good in line with age and use. Please feel free to contact me if you would like to view the item or have any questions.

Price includes FREE UK shipping.

Size: 27cm tall x 9cm wide x 8cm deep, weight 1.6kg. I will happily ship worldwide.