Yoruba Bronze Head of Ife, African Tribal Art
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According to the Yoruba, The original Ife head is thought to be a portrait of a ruler known as an Ooni or Oni. It was likely made under the patronage of King Obalufon II whose famous naturalistic life size face mask in copper shares stylistic features with this work. Today among the Yoruba, Obalufon is identified as the patron deity of brass casters. This bronze casting measures 15 x 6 inches.
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Yoruba Bronze Head of Ife, African Tribal Art
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