14121 - Africa, Nigeria, Yoruba, large shrine figure with offering vessel, wood

Africa, Nigeria, Yoruba, large shrine figure with offering vessel, wood An intricately hand-carved African group of figures, presumably from the Yoruba cultural sphere in Nigeria. The central, richly decorated figure carries a bowl-shaped offering vessel on its head and is accompanied by two smaller human figures. The detailed carving features finely rendered facial features, three-dimensional body adornments, and an additional figurative element. Similar depictions were used in traditional religious and ceremonial contexts. • Origin: Africa, presumably Nigeria, Yoruba cultural sphere\ • Material: Wood, hand-carved\ • Date: Presumably first half to mid-20th century\ • Depiction: Shrine figure with offering vessel and accompanying figures\ • Surface: Natural patina with age-related signs of wear Dimensions: Height 81 cm, Width 52 cm