Two doorwings · Nigeria, Yoruba · ID: 3033598
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Provenance
German Private Collection (acquired between 1969-1971)Size
M: 118 cm x 37 cm resp. 113 cm x 54 cm
M: 46.5 inch x 14.6 inch resp. 44.5 inch x 21.3 inch
Description
wood, encrusted brown patina, remains of kaolin, carved with figural and geometrical decor, dam., cracks, missing parts, traces of insect caused damage;
among the Yoruba, doors embellished with ornamental and figural reliefs are commissioned by chiefs, elders, or priests of high status for the entrance of special rooms, reserved for important activities and accessible only to specific individuals.