Descripción : 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
Precio: 187.50 USD🔓Sin tarjeta de crédito.
Estimación (baja/alta) : 300 USD-500 USD🔓Sin tarjeta de crédito.
Sobre el lote Lote N° 41 Título : Yoruba Brass Mace Or Scepter Scollard Auctions, subastador, Brea, US🔓Sin tarjeta de crédito. Título de venta : Fall Variety Sale Arms, Armour, Ethno & Antiques Fecha de la venta : 24/10/2023🔓Sin tarjeta de crédito. Referencia de la subasta : Live Sale