Description
African Yoruba Female Statue – Terracotta 11*3,5″ 2,2 lbs, for your collection or home decoration. (Blst18050)
The Yoruba people live on the west coast of Nigeria and can also be found in the eastern Republic of Benin and Togo. The Yoruba are one of the largest cultural groups in Africa. Currently, there are about 40 million Yoruba world-wide.
The Yoruba have been living in advanced urban kingdoms for more than 1,500 years. Their outstanding and unique artistic traditions include sculpture, woodcarving, metalwork, textiles, and beadwork.
The Yoruba began creating magnificent sculpture out of terracotta clay from the 12th through to present day. These sculptures may represent kings/queens, gods or symbols.
This piece was handpicked and collected by Blawo.
Shipped with a Blawo Certificate of Authenticity.
| Region / Country: | Nigeria |
| Material: | Terracotta, Cowries |
| Condition: | Good condition |
| Sold with Base or Support: | NO |
| DIMENSIONS: | |
| Height: | 10.8″ (27.5 cm) |
| Width: | 3.5″ (9 cm) |
| Depth: | 3.1″ (8 cm) |
| Weight: | 2.2 lbs (1 Kg) |
| Certificate of Authenticity: | YES |
| SHIPPING: | Shipped within 2 working days |
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