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$110.00
The Star of David worn by Falasha Ethiopian Jews, oldest Jewish diaspora group believed to descendants Solomonic Dynasty from union of King Solomon and Queen of Sheba. Haile Selassie, King of the Falasha and Emperor of Ethiopia from 1930 to 1974, adopted the Star of David to emphasize his genealogical link to King Solomon. Influenced by Christianity and Judaism the Star of David is a symbol of the Ethiopian Orthodox Church. As seen here, the symbol of the cross is centered within the star. The circle at the top on a horizontal bar is a variant of the older Coptic prototypes that consisted of an Egyptian ankh circle surmounted on a Latin cross.
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$785.00
H: 15″ W: 9″ D: 9″ | CALL 213-568-3030 OR EMAIL [email protected] FOR SHIPPING COST
Vintage “crowns” called an ile ori the “house of the head,” were cowrie shell shrine made to show gratitude for and recognition of the power of the head and manifest Yoruba ideas of individuality and authority. Not meant to be worn they are often placed on altars for prayer and divination and can be a symbol of a Yoruba deity. This headdress with an impressive design was included in the San Francisco International Airport, “Crowning Achievements” exhibition in April-August, 1994. It comes with a Lucite stand.
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$465.00 Original price was: $465.00.$325.00Current price is: $325.00.
H: 7.125″ W: 2.125″ D: 2.25″ | Free Shipping IN CONTINENTAL U.S.!
This finely carved Ibeji has distinctive Yoruba features. The elongated head is narrow, has full lips, thick eyelids, incised lashes, flat prominent ears, a high stylized coiffure and scarifications. The strong stance with hands on hips, massive legs and arms are visible signs of fertility and power. The elongated head is where one’s spirit, intelligence and the seat of power lie. This vintage statue is finely carved with a smooth patina.
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