“oshe Shango” Scepter, Yoruba People, Benin Or Nigeria
Ritual scepter "Oshe Shango" used during ceremonies related to the god of thunder. It consists of a handle topped with a zoomorphic Janus head. The mouth is common to both heads. It is open and accommodates the handle. It is topped with a double axe, symbol of the god of lightning "Shango".
Zoomorphic iconography on this type of scepter is very rare.
Wood with a deep patina of use (wear, erosion and a small loss at the base).
Height: 34.5 cm
Yoruba people, Nigeria or Benin.
Late 19th or early 20th century.
Provenance: ex private collection, New Jersey, USA
Zoomorphic iconography on this type of scepter is very rare.
Wood with a deep patina of use (wear, erosion and a small loss at the base).
Height: 34.5 cm
Yoruba people, Nigeria or Benin.
Late 19th or early 20th century.
Provenance: ex private collection, New Jersey, USA
680 €
Period: 19th century
Style: Tribal Art
Condition: Condition of use
Material: Solid wood
Height: 34,5 cm
Reference (ID): 1640563
Availability: In stock
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