Peoples

Yoruba

Also spelled: Yorouba
Countries: Nigeria, Benin
Region: South-western Nigeria

One of Africa’s largest cultural groups, the Yoruba of south-western Nigeria and Benin sustained urban courts and a rich sculptural tradition: twin figures (ibeji), Gelede and Epa masks, divination trays and beaded regalia.

Pieces from the Yoruba 6 pieces

Yoruba · Nigeria

Weathered Striated Head, Ife Style

20th century · AF.0125

Yoruba · Nigeria

Naturalistic Head with Dark Patina, Ife Style

20th century · AF.0124

Yoruba · Nigeria

Serene Head with Verdigris Patina, Ife Style

20th century · AF.0123

Yoruba · Nigeria

Crowned Head with Plaited Crest, Ife Style

20th century · AF.0121

Yoruba · Nigeria

Masque Gelede Yoruba (avec motif d'oiseau et serpent enroulé)

Mid-20th century · AF.0041

The Ife Bronze Head (also known as the Bronze Head from Ife or Head of an Ooni)

Yoruba · Nigeria

Head in the Ife Style, Yoruba, Nigeria

20th century, in the style of the 16th century · AF.0089