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Diviner's Bag (Apo Ifa)
Collection of the Lowe Art Museum, University of Miami
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Diviner's Bag (Apo Ifa)

Artist/Maker Nigeria, Yoruba people
Datemid 20th century
CultureYoruba
Mediumglass beads, cowrie shells and cotton
DimensionsOverall: 16 3/8 x 17 x 1 3/8 in. (41.6 x 43.2 x 3.5 cm)
ClassificationsContainers
Credit LineMuseum purchase
Terms
    Object number90.0056
    On View
    Not on view
    Collections
    • Art of Africa
    DescriptionA diviner is thought to be able to interpret supernatural signs and foretell the future. The embellished bag and its contents are essential to the diviner’s magical ability.
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