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A Yoruba beaded crown, based on a cylindrical base, decorated with lizzards and stylized faces, surmounted with a horse , four persons around and one - obviously high ranking - person on top, holding the reins in one hand and the scepter in the other as a sign of his power over his subjects. A centuries-old motif that was already expressed in the Kingdom of Benin - 600 years ago - the whole headress is decorated with numerous colorful beads.

The Yoruban tribes of Nigeria are some of Africa's most famous artisans. Their deep mythologies fired the imaginations and talents of skilled craftspeople. Made only for kings, their beaded crowns are testaments to this artisinal tradition. Considered direct media to the gods, Yoruban kings were enshrined in beads to represent their status, animals to denote their ability to cross into the spirit realms.

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