Bidspirit auction | Yoruba Maternity Figure, Nigeria

Yoruba Maternity Figure, Nigeria - Type: Carving / sculpture Materials: Wood Markings & Inscriptions: Unmarked Date: Early 20th century Maker: African (Nigeria, Yoruba) Description: A carved wood maternity figure or fetish, depicting a female with enlarged breasts carrying a child on her back. Condition: 27” Hx 9” D x 6” W. Fair to Good condition, wear includes shrinkage cracks, soiling, detrioration from exposure to the elements. The back 1/3 of the head (hair) has been repaired.