MS_0002_03_0015_Queen of Ife

Title

MS_0002_03_0015_Queen of Ife

Description

Obtains massive size and different geographical features, Africa, produces a wealth of diverse natural resources including, valuable metals, minerals, stones, animals, fruits and vegetation. In antient times, such resources helped lead to the development of early civilizations or structured societies which were often ruled by opulent (rich) kings and queens. These life-size bronze heads portray 11th and 12th century kings and queens of Ife, Nigeria. Bronze heads like these serves as mounts for the display of royal riches and regalia during annual rites for the king.

Date Submitted

2001

Identifier

03

Publisher

Elona M. Jones
Florida Agricultural & Mechanical University

shortDescription

Bronze Heads of the King and Queen of Ife, Nigeria (11th and 12th centuries)

Medium

Metals, Bronze

Provenance

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