Product Description

Rich tradition for artistic expression including sculpture, metalwork, woodcarving, textiles, and beadwork made Yoruba art exceptional. They are a symbol of status and are used to signify a person of important political or spiritual distinction. Popular art from Yoruba tribe is their crown, a cone-shaped crown with a long fringe of beads that covers the wearer's face. A veil, a large face, and a group of birds are symbols that commonly appear on a Yoruba king's crown.

A Yoruba king's crown identifies the status of its wearer and gives the king the power to interact with the spirit world in order to benefit his people. It is believed that whoever own this crown will have good fortune as with the royal family of the Yoruba tribe.

Product Specification

Size:

W47 x D20cm, W18.5" x D7.9" 

Materials:

Assorted glass beads