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Yoruba Royal Crown
£295.00
These elaborately decorated beadwork crowns are worn by chiefs on ceremonial occasions where it is believed they aid him in taking on supernatural abilities.
The crowns frequently have a fringe of beads that hang over the wearers face. This creates a veil that is believed to screen those viewing the proceedings from the overwhelming glory of the chief in this godlike aspect.
Size:- 42cmH base of crown to top of crown
Height including the stand: 114cm
Height without stand approx: 98cm including beads hanging
Unique patterns for every type of crown made.
Comes with a stand as seen