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Yoruba Divination Tray
- Culture
- Yoruba
- Origin
- Nigeria
- Period
- 20th century
- Object
- Tray
- Materials
- Wood, Kaolin
- Dimensions
- 36 × 24 cm
- Catalogue
- TRB-061
A carved wood divination tray bearing the face of Eshu, the trickster who carries messages between the diviner and the spirit world. The surface is heavily covered with kaolin clay and the underside is stained, suggesting ritual use.
Acquired
TRIBAL GATHERINGS · 2022
