Ife Terracotta Of A Hippo’s Head With Royal Regalia, 14th Century, Yoruba

Ife terracotta works are a wide and diversified corpus of sculptures and jars showing human, animal, and otherworldly motifs. These works span in size from nearly lifesize, full-length figures to tiny figurines about six inches tall, and their styles range Read More …

Ife Terracotta: Ancient Yoruba Art and the Legacy of the Kingdom of Ife

The Ifé terracotta works from 1000–1400 A.D. are truly a treasure trove of artistic expression. This diverse collection encompasses a stunning array of sculptures and vessels, each depicting a rich tapestry of human, animal, and otherworldly subjects. From larger-than-life full-length Read More …