Ife Bronze Heads

Ife Bronze Heads are ancient sculptures from the Yoruba city-state of Ife in Nigeria, dating from around the 12th to 15th centuries. Crafted by skilled artisans, these life-like busts depict royal or noble figures with detailed facial features and elaborate hairstyles, highlighting the artistry and cultural importance of ancestral reverence. Made through sophisticated lost-wax casting techniques, they reflect the high level of metalworking achieved by the Yoruba people and serve as symbols of spiritual and political power, representing a sophisticated civilization with rich artistic traditions.