Title Ifá Divination Board (Opon Ifá) with Bird Motif – Yoruba – Nigeria Description Circular wooden Ifá divination board (Opon Ifá) carved in relief with a central bird motif surrounded by smaller symbolic elements arranged along the perimeter. The bird, a recurring symbol in Yoruba cosmology, is associated with spiritual mediation and communication in the Ifá divination system. The surface shows a well-developed patina with visible signs of age and use, including abrasion, smoothing, and minor surface wear consistent with ritual handling. The reverse is plain and flat, characteristic of divination boards intended for placement during consultation. Boards of this type are traditionally used by Yoruba Ifá priests (babalawo) during divination rituals, where sacred signs are traced onto the surface using divination powder. Attribution is made based on stylistic and functional characteristics. Material Wood Origin Nigeria, Yoruba culture Period 20th century (estimated) Condition Good condition considering age and use – Strong patina – Minor surface wear and small edge nicks – No structural cracks – No modern repairs observed Provenance Private European collection Above is a description made by Chatgpt.