Male Head Of Ife

Male head probably of Oni or court character, with linear scarifications on the face. So far, the numerous studies on the subject have failed to identify the exact origin of this type of scarifications that have numerous Ife heads. The head is covered with a little touch. Serenian expression that demonstrates the refined art of the Yoruba sculptors of the time. Numerous heads have appeared in the ancient Ile Ife as well as in Owo and other places, even though they all bear the name Ife. They represent men and women, usually heads of Oni and queens and princesses, as well as important court figures. Many of these heads are representations of deceased characters placed on family altars or crowns. Its measures are from the 25 centrimeters to the natural size. Very rough brown color.