Yoruba - Nigeria

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Current bid
€ 69
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Julien Gauthier
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A decade of experience in historical arms, armour, and African art.

Estimate  € 330 - € 400
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FR
€69
NL
€2
FR
€1

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Description from the seller

Orisha is a spirit that represents one of God's manifestations in the Yoruba religions.
Changó is one of the most popular orishas and is also the god of fire, lightning, and thunder. The mortar, specifically, was used during initiation ceremonies, which was believed to have been designed by Changó.
The mortar and the batá drum made up the pilón, the object that served as the asiento's principal consecration stool.
Furthermore, the mortar was a symbolic extension of the Chango's royal status.

Provenance: Old French Collection, Paris

Seller's Story

Experts in Ancient African Art
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Orisha is a spirit that represents one of God's manifestations in the Yoruba religions.
Changó is one of the most popular orishas and is also the god of fire, lightning, and thunder. The mortar, specifically, was used during initiation ceremonies, which was believed to have been designed by Changó.
The mortar and the batá drum made up the pilón, the object that served as the asiento's principal consecration stool.
Furthermore, the mortar was a symbolic extension of the Chango's royal status.

Provenance: Old French Collection, Paris

Seller's Story

Experts in Ancient African Art
Translated by Google Translate

Details

Number of objects
1
Ethnic group/ culture
Yoruba
Country of Origin
Nigeria
Material
wood
Sold with stand
No
Condition
Excellent condition
Height
25 cm
Width
5 cm
Depth
8 cm
Authenticity
Original/official
SpainVerified
311
Objects sold
100%
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