Osche Shango cult sceptre used in ceremonies to honour the god of lightning and storms. It depicts a kneeling priestess holding instruments of worship in her hands and wearing a multi-lobed headdress bounded by a bridge-shaped mat
Hardwood, ancient patina used for honey and redwood, shiny in places
Yoruba, Nigeria, early 20th century
51 x 13.5 cm
Bibliography :
- Scala 2011 with photo Museum QB-JC - YDB/AHDRC :0148094-001
- Afrika Museum Berg en Dal 2004 with worship instruments - YDB/AHDRC : 0104762-001
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