YORUBA DIVINATION BOWL
NIGERIA
African & Oceanic Art, Natural History and Ancient Art
Auction: 30 July 2025 from 14:00 BST
Description
carved wood and pigment, the lidded bowl supported by a kneeling female figure holding a fan and staff, adorned with body scarification and jewellery; the figure’s elaborate coiffure supports a circular bowl surmounted by a bird finial; detailed geometric and incised decoration throughout; encrusted patina
Dimensions
30cm tall
Provenance
Bryan Reeves, London
Private collection, London, acquired from the above