Oshe Shango scepter
Oshe Shango scepter
Date
XIXth century
Size
height 50,5 cm
Collection
Tribal Art
Condition
Good, old lacks to the forearms and at the beginning of the handle
Inventory number
133
Price
sur demande / on request
Payment in instalments available on request.
Very old Shango scepter of the Yorubas of Nigeria presenting a kneeling figure, carrying on his back a small ceremonial shield as well as the traditional ceremonial apron.
Face scarified on the cheeks, neck wearing a collar.
Old brown crusty patina.
Origin : Mark Eglinton & Merton Simpson New York.