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Yoruba Totem Beaded Strips (2)

Currency:USD Category:Collectibles Start Price:25.00 USD Estimated At:75.00 - 175.00 USD
Yoruba Totem Beaded Strips (2)
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These pieces are hand made by the Yoruba Ancient tribal people of Nigeria and features tight beadwork with 1800's glass trade beads. The pieces would have been placed in the Chief or high elders dwelling to bring peace to his kin. The lot includes two original beaded totems each having a unique design with a face in the center and a figure on both sides. Each is done on a heavy canvas base with the edge and back being an early trade clothe. The piece is from the first quarter of the 1900’s. Each measures 31" L with an additional 18" straps and 3.25" wide. Bordered in Cowrie Shells.