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Large Benin wood commemorative head (Nigeria)

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Large Benin wood commemorative head (Nigeria)

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Large Benin wood commemorative head (Nigeria)
14.5" to top of head, 21" to top of feather

(Source: Smithsonian Institute) In the Benin Kingdom, the king (oba) had the exclusive right to display cast copper alloy commemorative heads on altars to his ancestors. According to oral tradition, Oba Osemwede (reign c.1816-1848) gave permission for certain chiefs in the capital city to place human form wood heads on their family altars. These heads could also be placed on very private altars dedicated to the individual's head, his ability to organize his destiny. The heads have representations of the coral beads that are bestowed by the oba as an emblem of rank and office and the feather in the cap that is a sign of chieftaincy. The marks made by the coconut shell inlay on the forehead identify a male Edo.

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broken and re-glued stick on one side of head

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Large Benin wood commemorative head (Nigeria)

Name: Large Benin wood commemorative head (Nigeria)
SKU: 123391116
Price: 800 USD
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