Yoruba Pythons with Warthog Parable Gelede Mask, Nigeria # moonstone 10mm round 4 3/4" x 1 1/2"

4 3/4" x 1 1/2" x 1"

it could be an expression of your sharp Intelligence and Strong Instincts

Source: A History of Art in Africa

up to 18mm x 20mm

Unusual "Tooth Shape" adds a bizarre touch to the classic skull form

Yoruba Pythons with Warthog Parable Gelede Mask, Nigeria # moonstone 10mm round 4 3/4" x 1 1/2"Yoruba Pythons with Warthog Parable Gelede Mask, Nigeria # Carved from a single tree trunk. The lower part represents a very calm and serene Woman's face in a simple and static posture. The upper part is on the contrary very lively and where all the creativity of the artist is expressed. Animal figures are often represented, as here, two large Snakes devouring a captured Warthog. According to Yoruba Mythology, the Warthog was the most beautiful