African Symbolic Head with Charms

African Symbolic Head with Charms

$1,200.00
  • Yoruba, Nigeria

  • Wood, cowrie shells, coins, brass button, leather, Reckitt’s bluing

  • 5 x 4 in. / 12.5 x 10 cm

  • Mid-20th century

The Yoruba believe each person’s character is determined by the essential nature.

The blue pigment that enhances this figure’s features is Reckitt’s bluing, a British-made laundry detergent that the Yoruba often applied to their sculptures instead of indigo. The prominently-displayed button is a WWII British Army Officer’s general service button. The eight coins attached are dated from 1947-59.

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