"Nigeria Cup Bearer Yoruba Maternity"
Kneeling goblet-bearer holding a potion receptacle in her hands with its lid in the shape of a hen, a child on her back and one resting on each arm. Remains of polychromy, wear and patina of use, very old small plate on the base on the back (indigenous restoration) height 55cm The theme of the cup carrier is frequently encountered. These objects are used during divination rites. The cupbearer represents an intermediary, a medium bringing forces from elsewhere into our lives. Divination is practiced by observing the contents of the cup previously shaken by the medium. Linked to royalty, it represents one of the essential symbols of the transmission of sacred political power. rare to find them whole with its lid free shipping worldwide 
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