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Description : African brass mace of the Yoruba peoples in Nigeria, West Africa from the 19th century. The head in a bulbous humanoid form with ears and eyes, the base connected to a multisided iron shaft. The shaft a long slender design and central section in brass with disc decoration and also with brass handle to the base.
The Ogboni society was a secret society in the Yoruba kingdoms of West Africa. The society was part of the checks and balances system of the kingdoms. They performed a range of political and religious functions, including kingmaking, influencing and advising monarchs, high court officials, dethroning Oba / Kings, and ordering Oba to commit self sacrifice or punishment. Size overall 22 1/2 L, 2lbs 12 ounces
Published Author of African Iron Age art and Antiques
Price: 187.50 USDIt's free to register now to view!
Estimate (low-high) : 300 USD-500 USDIt's free to register now to view!
About the lot N° 41 Title : Yoruba Brass Mace Or Scepter Scollard Auctions, auctioneer, Brea, USIt's free to register now to view! Sale title : Fall Variety Sale Arms, Armour, Ethno & Antiques Sale date : 24 Oct 2023It's free to register now to view! Sale Reference : Live Sale