African Yoruba Tribe Beaded Belt Sash

Description

View African Yoruba Tribe Beaded Belt Sash with current marketplace pricing, condition, product images and item details. This is a beautiful example of a diviners belt or kings belt from the Yoruba Tribe of Benin Nigeria. Each color of bead is associated with a different empowering God (Orisha). A diviner is one of the very few non royal persons permitted to use solidly beaded materials. This is a beautiful Yoruba Beaded Sash comes from Nigeria.  This is a beautiful example of a diviners belt or kings belt from the Yoruba Tribe of Benin Nigeria. Each color of bead is associated with a different empowering God (Orisha). Triangles are meant to reflect sacred qualities. Animal Figures are symbols of the mystical powers of women. A diviner is one of the very few non royal persons permitted to use solidly beaded materials. These are usually reserved for the Yoruba kings.  The Belts are as wonderful as wall hangings and decorative art in your home, as well as complimenting your collection. Shows some age, but in good condition 66.5 Inches Long 8 1/4 Inches Wide 1/4 Inch Thick AT BACARA WE STAND BEHIND ALL OF OUR MERCHANDISE.  FULL MONEY BACK GUARANTEE WILL BE PROVIDED FOR DISSATISFIED CUSTOMERS. YOUR SATISFACTION IS OUR MAIN GOAL, AND WE THANK YOU FOR SHOPPING AT THE WORLD OF BACARA. Category: Antiques › Ethnographic › African › Other African Antiques.

Color

Multi-Color

Original/Reproduction

Original

Material

Glass

Tribe

Yoruba

Country of Origin

Nigeria