YORUBA DIVINER'S BAG 26, NIGERIA
Photographs © Tim Hamill
YORUBA
Ifa Bag 26
9" w.
$400, SOLD
Used to carry divination objects and tools, the bags are worn in public
ceremonies by Ifa priestesses as well as being displayed in their homes
and shrines. Beads were signs of wealth and status. The decorated front
of the bag lifts up to reveal a pouch on the back panel.
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