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A Round Opon Ifa Divination Tray from the Yoruba

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A Round Opon Ifa Divination Tray from the Yoruba

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A carved wooden tray with ornate incised and raised designs and the face of Eshu on top. An opon Ifá is a divination tray used in traditional Yoruba ritual. The etymology of opon, literally meaning "to flatter", explains the artistic and embellished nature of the trays,and the meaning of the term Ifá, refers to the "great consulting oracle". The Tray measures 11 x 11 inches.

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A Round Opon Ifa Divination Tray from the Yoruba

Name: A Round Opon Ifa Divination Tray from the Yoruba
SKU: 74602853
Price: 140 USD
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