The NCMM Collection
Owo Terracotta Bust
Owo terracotta half of a figure, wearing a designed cap with full beaded neck and hands. Parts of the hands are chopped off. This links Benin and Ife art.
Local:
Igbo ‘Laja
Owo
Description
Owo terracotta half of a figure, wearing a designed cap with full beaded neck and hands. Parts of the hands are chopped off. This links Benin and Ife art.
Site: Igbo ‘Laja near Okitisegbo
Chronology: 15th century
Provenance: Southwest
Material: Clay, Silica and Grog
Measurement: H 25.5cm, B 21cm, W 2.1kg
Current Location: National Museum Lagos