Description: This is unique Old and unusual Gelede Hand Carved Female Wood Figure from the Yoruba Tribe of Nigeria. The female is one of the most pervasive motifs in African art. The Gelede cult pays homage to the power of elderly women. During Gelede festivities, statues and masks carved in the form of a human face and body. Gelede festivals celebrate woman and motherhood. These festivals are meant to honor the power and authority of females. The masks and statues are carved by the Yoruba men to celebrate Gelede performances that take place each year at the beginning of the agricultural season. This is a lovely female Gelede statue that would be a wonderful addition to your collection. I HAVE JUST PURCHASED A PRIVATE COLLECTION OF TRIBAL ART THAT HAS WAS COLLECTED IN THE FIELD AND WAREHOUSED FOR 25 YEARS. I AM LISTING THESE WONDERFUL ITEMS FOR SALE. Shows age, nicks, crack in the stand, nail holes in the arms, missing color on the arms from the elbow down, but overall is in good condition. COMES ON A STAND 18" tall 6 1/2" wide 6" deep AT BACARA WE STAND BEHIND ALL OF OUR MERCHANDISE. WE CAN PROVIDE REFERENCES FOR ALL ARTIFACTS THAT WE SELL, AS WELL AS DOCUMENTATION TOWARD THEIR AUTHENTICITY. FULL MONEY BACK GUARANTEE WILL BE PROVIDED FOR DISSATISFIED CUSTOMERS. YOUR SATISFACTION IS OUR MAIN GOAL, AND WE THANK YOU FOR SHOPPING AT THE WORLD OF BACARA. D013327
Price: 158.91 USD
Location: Overland Park, Kansas
End Time: 2024-11-17T21:40:24.000Z
Shipping Cost: 15 USD
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Return shipping will be paid by: Buyer
All returns accepted: Returns Accepted
Item must be returned within: 30 Days
Refund will be given as: Money back or replacement (buyer's choice)
Color: Dark Wood Tone
Tribe: Yoruba
Material: Wood
Original/Reproduction: Original
