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Yoruba Terracotta Sculpture of a Woman - PF.4953
Origin: Southwestern Nigeria
Circa: 20
th
Century AD
Dimensions:
12.5" (31.8cm) high
x 4.75" (12.1cm) wide
Collection: African
Medium: Terracotta
$1,200.00
Location: United States
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Though not typical of traditional Yoruba
sculpture, the boldness and elemental beauty of
this pregnant female speaks directly to us. The
extended belly predominates, balanced by thick
legs and feet that are turned slightly inwards to
give greater stability. Arms are extended behind
the back at the elbows, with hands resting on
the hips. The woman's head is tilted to the left;
her expressive eyes are coffee-bean shape, her
hair formed by two separate striated conical
portions with an open space down the center.
Three vertical lines on the cheeks are distinctive
Yoruba scarification. By extending the head
forward and feet inwards the sculptor has
managed to give the impression of animation to
the figure, as if she has just stopped for a
moment to rest. Humble, yet proud this woman
stands for the most basic of human conditions--
a symbol of fertility, motherhood and courage.
- (PF.4953)
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