Yoruba Sculpture

A splendid old tribal art piece. Probably from the Egungun group. The long braid of hair projection is a sign for a hunter or a member of his lineage.

of wood are painted. Attributed to Yoruba, Nigeria, Africa. Mid-late 20th century. Yoruba Art

A pair Ibedji Yoruba-south west Nigeria sculptures in Oshogbo village or possibly Erin. East Oya

Hand-carved wooden Yoruba Gelede bund body mask for ritual male dancers, strong colors, Nigeria

Pair of Yoruba cast brass figures for the Ogboni cult, Nigeria. The male and female pair are

Yoruba sculpture is an original wooden art piece from Nigeria. In good condition: some sign

This remarkable textile is a dance costume worn by an Oyo Yoruba performer during the annual

The Yoruba peoples of Nigeria are some of Africa's most famous artisans. Their deep mythologies

Vintage hand-fashioned twisted iron representation of the African continent.

This Yoruba style neck ring was cast from copper alloy using the lost wax method. The Yoruba are

Yoruba Scepter, from Nigeria. Provenance : Collection Claude Vérité Collection Alain de

This Yoruba neck ring was made from cast bronze using the lost wax method. This piece features a

A painted head crest mask which appears to be from a 'Gelede cult,' known for honoring women and fertility, in the state of Benin (formerly Dahomey) in Nigeria, 20th century. This bu...

Gelede helmet mask of a gendarme. Male Yoruba dancers wear gelede masks at festivals honoring the

The Yoruba peoples of Nigeria are some of Africa's most famous artisans. Their deep mythologies

The Yoruban tribes of Nigeria are some of Africa's most famous artisans. Their deep mythologies fired the imaginations and talents of skilled craftspeople. Made only for kings, their...

A fantastic early 20th century wrought iron Yoruba ?`sanyìn staff with a large bird in the center

A fantastic early 20th century wrought iron Yoruba ?`sanyìn staff with a large bird in the center

Carved in a classic Yoruba form, this figurative stool is unusual for its highly patterned painted

A wonderful, relatively large bronze bust/head sculpture of Idia, the first Queen Mother of the

A ring of Gong currency from the West African Yoruba Tribe. Ten gong pieces in this set, on a

This decorative wooden panel was carved in high relief by a Yoruba artisan as an entry door to a

Hand Carved Yoruba Ibeji Female Figure. Figure does show extensive wear, and 'smoothing' of edges

Hand Carved Yoruba Ibeji Female Figure. Figure does show extensive wear, and 'smoothing' of edges

sculptures that were unearthed in 1938 at Ife in Nigeria, the religious and former royal centre of the Yoruba

For sale is this wonderful vintage African hand-carved Kifwebe association Figure (or "N'kishi"), originating from the Songye people of the Democratic Republic of Congo (formerly the...

England, third quarter of the 19th century On two scrolling foliate feet with casters, above which a rectangular two-side glazed frame, with on top a two-sided shield with initial...

African Baule statue Mother with child, Ivory Coast mid XXem Provenance: Swedish private collection, from the 1980s. Then inherited within the family. Beautiful Baule mother figure ...

Truly a majestic Benin Oba. Beautifully and finely hand carved in Ebony hardwood from the 1930's A piece of this quality and stature holds enormous presence Height 17.75 inch, Widt...

A vintage sculpture drum with connected to the Yoruba culture of Nigeria. Measure: 10 inch tall.

An exquisite Benin bronze sculpture in shape of a bell depicting an Oba. Oba translates to "ruler" in the Yoruba and Bini languages of contemporary West Africa. The Kingdom of Benin ...

Early Yoruba offering bowl in the from of a male figure with a beard riding on horse back surrounded by four small attendants, finely carved with nice patina from native use. Probabl...

Intriguing cast bronze relief plaque from Benin, showing three guardians. The plaque was modeled after ancient Benin bronzes but was made in the 20th century. The plaque is cast in b...

Possibly Babanki. Circular ceremonial wood stool constructed of repeated animal heads. Original applied patina.

West African hand beaded head dress crown from Yoruba, Nigeria. This artistic beautiful and functional art piece is covered with beads in turquoise, orange, green, yellow red, blue ...

Outstanding Benin Oba and his Queen, Lost Wax 'Bronze' Sculptures from the late 20th century Superbly cast and highly decorative contemporary pieces, not historical The centuries ol...

A scarce antique African tribal carved Hemba helmet mask, the Suku peoples, possibly Kwese culture, Democratic Republic of the Congo, Central Africa, early 20th century, surmounted b...

An Epa helmet mask, Nigeria, Africa. Fully carved mother and child; painted red and black with touches of white; Provenance: The Children's Museum of Indianapolis; The Eiteljorg Mu...

Well used and loved Nupe carved hardwood wood stool with four legs and central post, openwork geometric design, with stylized multiple dancing animal or lizard forms. Large conical ...

Fascinating detailed Olokun head from the Kingdom of Ife in Western Nigeria. Hand carved hardwood face with almond shaped eyes, neck creases and astounding facial incisions Circa 1...

After the original Benin bronzes, this statue depicts a large standing leopard with an upturned tail and unusually long legs, from the mid-20th century made in the same casting metho...