Terra cotta maternity statue, Yoruba, Nigeria, 1950-60

Rare! Terra cotta maternity statue of the Yoruba. Charming statue designed with great detail. Bead earrings in the mother's ears. The statue has been glued once... no disturbing glue traces, for example near the child's head. The child's foot is missing. The statue is mounted on a base. See the pictures!

Height: approx. 18 cm, including base approx. 21.5 cm
Length: 16.5 cm, including base approx. 19 cm
Weight: 1525 grams
Origin: Nigeria
Date: 1950-60