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CODE#: NW427

PRICE: US$385

Measurements: 52ins x 16, 132cm x 41

Ogboni society shawl worn over the shoulder as insignia of office by a chief. It is in excellent condition and dates to circa 1910s-1930s. The seven tassels are an important feature relating to Yoruba numerology.

Woven by Ijebu Yoruba women in the town of Ijebu-Ode and its surroundings, these extraordinary cloths are used as insignia of office by Ijebu chiefs and members of a society known as Ogboni (which in the past had responsibilities for the worship of the Earth deity and advised the king.) The designs represent various important spirit familiars including frogs, crocodiles etc. .  

 

(c) Duncan Clarke, Version 28/09/2009

  

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