Media in category "Yoruba objects decorated with beads and cowrie shells" The following 50 files are in this category, out of 50 total. A female twin figure of the Yoruba people, known as ‘ibeji’. ... Culture: Yoruba peoples. Yoruba Tribal pair of Ibeji figures with Cowrie Cloaks, Nigeria, Africa Cowrie shells were a type of currency in West Africa, and when stitched to cloth cloaks to dress up Ibeji figures it is a sign of a wealthy family. She is motherly and strongly protective, and cares deeply for all her children. Beads and cowrie shells were signs of wealth and status. no. woman proficient in the use of 16 cowrie divintion (Ifa) of Osun or Olokun, thus Iya ni Ifa, mother who has the knowledge of Ifa, she may also know how to recite Ifa even as a child video seen here [3] • Dida Obi. 5 out of … ‎ Discover the Cowrie Shells and Learn How to Read the Messages of Ifá and the Higher Spiritual Planes Divination with cowrie shells is one of the oldest known spiritual practices in the world. Yemoja: she is a major spirit from the Yoruba religion. The original sashes were derived from the sacred beaded sheaths for Oko iron staffs (see Yoruba Beaded Sheaths). Photos are in Arizona sunlight. The imagery on and shape of the ile ori also reveal information about its original owner, who was probably a Yoruba … loadaded & consecrated. From south-west Nigeria (for a more detailed explanation see cat. This female ere ibeji wears strands of red beads around its neck like its male counterpart [see 1978.862]. He is considered to be one of the most powerful rulers that Yoruba land has ever produced. This book shares the history of cowrie shell divination and shows yo Twin figures were made to honor the spirits of a deceased twin or twins and to protect the living. 4.8 out of 5 stars 392. I use cowrie shells for divination, give spirit consultations/spiritual guidance as a spirit medium, make orisa ebo offerings and hand-compound ewe oogun (Ifa herbal preparations in different bases) to help restore inner and outer harmony in client’s lives. Cowrie, any of several marine snails of the subclass Prosobranchia (class Gastropoda) comprising the genus Cypraea, family Cypraeidae. Cowrie shells are still used today in Yoruba divination rituals. Discover (and save!) Yoruba Wood and cowry shells. Free shipping for many products! Early pair of Yoruba Tribal Ibeji "Twin" figures with cowrie cloaks, Nigeria Pair of Ibeji "Twin" figures with matching cloth cloaks with attached cowrie shells. Yoruba *ESHU* ANTIQUE African tribal COWRIE SHELLS 19th Century RARE Ibeji***** Very large, extremely dark in person, almost black. She is said to be able to cure infertility in women and cowrie shells represent her wealth. Divination with cowrie shells is one of the oldest known spiritual practices in the world. Pocket Eleggua in a tiger cowrie shell. Show with and without cowrie cloaks. Cowrie Shells are also thought of as the mouth of Orisas in Yoruba religion. Priests and priestesses used the shells to consult with gods, tossing them onto the earth and reading messages from the way they fell. Paperback. • Ifa Dida [1]. Healers among Nigeria's Yoruba people treated pregnancy-related maladies with whole or ground cowries mixed in herbal drinks. casting kola nuts of 4 or more pieces. African Cowrie Shells Divination: History, Theory & Practice Zolrak. As a result, twins are regarded as extraordinary beings protected by Sango, the deity of thunder. These kind of containers were used to store Kola nuts which were presented to guests. Yoruba Artist Akiodé Title Twin Commemorative Figure (Ibeji) with Cowrie Shirt, Twin figure (Ibeji) with cowrie shirt Places Nigeria (Object made in), Itoko (Object made in), Abeokuta (Object made in), Africa (Object made in) Date 1900-1950 Medium Wood, cowrie shells, and fiber Dimensions 21.6 × 14 cm (8 1/2 × 5 1/2 in.) Jan 7, 2017 - This Pin was discovered by Liz Lewis-Saviolakis. This book shares the history of cowrie shell divination and shows yo The Handbook of Yoruba Religious Concepts (Weiser Classics Series) Baba Ifa Karade. Because of this, some practitioners of African-American folk magic and priests of African Diasporic religions such as Santeria and Palo utilize the shells for divination, borrowing the traditional African divinatory method called "Obi" and "Diloggun" . Africa | House of the head ~ Ile Ori ~ from the Yoruba people of Nigeria; cowrie shells, beads and cloth || The Yoruba people believe that the head—the seat of one’s destiny and power—must be treated as a spiritual entity. GO TO YORUBA … Merindinlogun (from the Yoruba mẹrindínlógún "sixteen", literally "four taken from 20") is a cowrie-shell divination method practiced in the Yoruba religion. The container has 3 male and 3 female Yoruba figurines … Find many great new & used options and get the best deals for YORUBA Beaded CEREMONIAL PANEL with Cyprea Cowrie Shells; Antique Ethnographic at the best online prices at eBay! Origin: Nigeria. Depend Many Yoruba sacred and secular objects were embellished with elaborate borders or arrangements of cowrie shells. The humped, thick shell is beautifully coloured (often speckled) and glossy; the apertural lips, which open into the first whorl in the shell, are inrolled and may It holds strings in both hands, one with attached cowrie shells hanging from it, and wears a single strand of green, red, and white beads around its waist. Originated by the Yoruba people of West Africa, cowrie shell divination is a powerful technique for connecting to the wisdom of ancestors, spirits, and deities. The Holy Odu: A Collection of verses from the 256 Ifa Odu with Commentary Yoruba peoples, Nigeria | ca. Represented in large, round containers, known as ‘Ile ori’. In West Africa, too, cowries came to symbolize life. Against this background, a special cult around the ‘house of the head’ developed. Paperback. In one Yoruba tradition called merindinlogun, which literally means “four taken from 20,” a diviner communicates with the 16 original orishas (ancestor spirits) by casting 16 cowrie shells on a carved wooden tray as he poses a question about the future. 4.5 out of 5 stars 36. Like beads, small cowrie shells were often used as currency and were signs of wealth and status. But the real tell-tale signs of the age of this piece comes from the patina of the cowrie shells and the leather straps with which they have been attached to the figure. Divination with cowrie shells is one of the oldest known spiritual practices in the world. Credit Line Typical known hairstyle and overall carving style. According to Chemeche (2013, p. 26), Eshu is a trickster who is able to be good and bad, trustful and mischievous, and can deliver prosperity or cause misery. Cowrie shells for necklace (caracoles),choker,bracelets,earrings,ring,hair and African inpired fashion jewelry instead of beads, smooth cut- back edges 120 pieces,El Dilogun O Caracoles Para Cada Orishas-Santos,En La Religion Yoruba,Santeria Afro-Cubana,Palo Mayombe,Voodoo,Ifa,Candomble,Cada pack -De 120 Cowrie- Caracoles. Yoruba Eshu Figure Cowrie Shells - Michael Backman Ltd December 2020 Eshu (Elegba) Shrine Figure Yoruba People, Egba Tribe, Abeokuta, Nigeria circa 1900 height: approximately 34cm, width: approximately 9cm, depth: 26cm Eshu is one of the most well-known deities in the traditional Yoruba belief system. Elegua de Bolsillo /viajero TIENDAAMERICAN. One thing that might not be very noticeable at first Here they are used to decorate a woven basket. Yoruba ile-ori (House of the Head), Nigeria 21-1/2" tall x 12" wide (54.6 cm tall) cowrie shells, cloth, metal, vinyl, mirrors, leather, libations mid 20th century An especially nice example of this type of object in my opinion. Originated by the Yoruba people of West Africa, cowrie shell divination is a powerful technique… $14.77. Originated by the Yoruba people of West Africa, cowrie shell divination is a powerful technique for connecting to the wisdom of ancestors, spirits, and deities. Sep 30, 2014 - Africa | Detail from a beadwork tunic from the Yoruba people of Nigeria | Glass beads, cowrie shells and linen lining | 2nd half of the 20th century Large Cowrie Shells Leopard- Tiger Cowrie Seashells (Cypraea Tigris) Nautical Decor - Polished Display Seashells - Collector Shells ... Santeria Yoruba. Well used and loved. 1900s | Cotton, cowrie shells, metal, velvet, leather Heavy wear and polish from years of traditional use and handling, attached belts and anklets of glass beads, one with metal eyes. your own Pins on Pinterest With a fabric cape which is adorned with tight rows of pierced cowrie shells (cowrie shells are a symbol of wealth and prosperity). Yoruba peoples have one of the highest incidents of twin births in the world. Apr 7, 2014 - Africa | House of the head (ile ori) from the Yoruba people of Nigeria | Leather, cowrie shells, glass beads, cloth and metal | Late 19th to early 20th century RETURN TO YORUBA BASKETS PAGE. Imported European glass seed beads and Maldive Islands cowrie shells were expensive to obtain and were valued as currency before the introduction of coins and paper money. The challenger tosses his handful so that the shell spread as they fall .Winning or losing depended upon the combination of cowries falling with the opening up or down Yoruba of Nigeria, the cowries' shells surround the face of the dancer symbolize the affluence and power of the lineage that the masquerade honor and it also signifies prosperity. Divination with cowrie shells is one of the oldest known spiritual practices in the world. (Loose cowry shells can easily be attached to the figure on the lid (see last photo.) I really love the depiction of the bird on the top of it. Ceremonial Container / Pot of the Yoruba. Oct 19, 2012 - Africa | Egungun costume. Beaded Cap for an Egungun Masquerade, Nigeria, Yoruba people, mid 20th century, beads, fabric, wood - Chazen Museum of Art - … casting cowrie shells. Blatantly tribal, genuine guaranteed. In this clip Chief Adelekan speaks about the Ban Nuni and cowrie beads and their cultural significance in particular at festivals. GO TO YORUBA BEADED CONTAINERS PAGE. The cowries, called “the mouth of the orishas” answer the … Condition good with signs of wear. • Dida Owo. The head therefore has a very special significance. In addition to the Yoruba faces with vertical scarification on the cheeks, common themes include many types of animals and geometric patterns. Dimensions: H. 8 15/16 x W. 3 1/4 x D. 1 1/16 in. Originated by the Yoruba people of West Africa, cowrie shell divination is a powerful technique for connecting to the wisdom of ancestors, spirits, and deities. The number 16 holds important significance in Yoruba mythology as it was the purported number of original divinities that established life on earth. Medium: Wood, cowrie shells, cord, beads, bronze bells. 64). 37 cm high; diameter base 32 cm. They are produced out of curved wooden strips, leather, fabric and cowrie shells. $14.49. The Yoruba in Nigeria believe that the entire individuality, spirituality and fate of a person resides in its head.
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