2024 FANTASTIC FALL AUCTION - JEWELRY, COINS, & MORE!
Lot 189407:
Description
African Yoruba hand-beaded lizard sash/wall piece. The cultural item is a popular and well-known product of the African Yoruba tribe. With sewn-in beads, shells and fabric. The Yoruba people, the largest culture in Nigeria and a significant presence in Africa, boast a rich heritage dating back centuries. Despite enduring exploitation during the era of slavery, they’ve preserved a profound set of beliefs and rituals, often represented through a prolific artistic output encompassing sculpture, masks, textiles, pottery, and beadwork. Yoruba art, esteemed for its aesthetic allure and cultural significance, prominently features intricate sculptures portraying mythological figures and everyday life.
Size: 55″ Length
Condition: Some fraying and loose beads.
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