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Attributed to Adeshina, this Yoruba sculpture from Nigeria is a striking example of the rich tradition of wood carving. Created sometime after 1945, the sculpture is a three-tiered composition, featuring a female figure at the base, a smaller male figure holding a staff, and a top figure with a distinct headdress adorned with small faces. The sculpture, likely representing a deity or ancestor, demonstrates Yoruba artistry and craftsmanship.
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1945