YORUBA, Nigeria - Lot 109

  2. Result
  3. YORUBA, Nigeria - Lot 109
  4. Lot n° 109 
Lot n° 109
Go to lot
Estimation :
250 - 350 EUR
YORUBA, Nigeria - Lot 109
YORUBA, Nigeria Ancient divination tray from the Ifa cult, featuring a frieze sculpted in relief around the perimeter with figures in their daily activities, animals (turtles, birds, scorpions, goats, fish) and the figure of the god Eshu. Used by Babalawo diviners, this tray was used to interpret the signs of the god Orunmila. The figure of Eshu, messenger between men and gods, is essential to guide divinatory revelations. Wood, very old honey-brown patina. Height 23 cm Width: 25.5 cm Time marks.
My orders
Sale information
Sales conditions
Return to catalogue