African ONI Queen in bronze
African ONI Queen in bronze
African ONI Queen in bronze
African ONI Queen in bronze
African ONI Queen in bronze
African ONI Queen in bronze
African ONI Queen in bronze
African ONI Queen in bronze
African ONI Queen in bronze
African ONI Queen in bronze
African ONI Queen in bronze

African ONI Queen in bronze

Sooka

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£248.00

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Disclaimer: Shop is based in the Netherlands, duty fees will be charged.

This African ONI Queen in bronze is a larger than life-sized bronze head of an African ONI Queen of the (IFE) YORUBA people. The queen has a serene expression on her face.

History

These sculptures were traditionally made in the IFE region in Africa, a region that was formerly the royal and religious centre of the Yoruba people.
The ONI head is crafted with distinctive vertical lines. The bronze sculpture has been polished to give it its golden glow. These streaks represent the facial scarification which are characteristic of the ‘classic’ period of the art of IFE. The holes on the neck are to attach the mask to a wooden dummy for exhibitions to the public during ceremonies. In the Yoruba tradition, these grooves on the neck were considered a sign of beauty.

Dimensions

Width: 18 cm / 7 inches
Length: 26.5cm / 10.4 inches
Height: 33 cm / 13 inches
Weight: 1.8kg / 4 pounds
This is a modern production

Sustainability

Our bronze sculptures are made from upcycled metals such as old pipelines. Our craftsmen and women collect this scrap waste which they then put in an oven at very high temperatures. Once the scrap waste pieces melt, the new raw material is ready to be used. We then use this virgin material to make our bronze sculptures. As bronze is a very eco and labour intensive material to mine, we feel it makes much more sense to reuse the material that has already been created than to extract it – again. By doing so we are trying to close at least one waste loop.

Transparency & Who made it

Lastly, when it comes to our working conditions, we work exclusively with Indonesian craftsmen and women on both Bali and Java. This African ONI Queen in polished bronze specifically, was made in Java, Indonesia. All of our craftsmen and women get paid a living wage that exceeds what the Indonesian Law requires. Their income is enough for a comfortable home, food, education, ceremonies, and more.

Delivery 

Europe- Expected average transit time in business days: 4 – 8 days

Worldwide (excluding Europe) Expected average transit time in business days: 4 – 14 days

How do I request an exchange or return?

Generous APE is a multi-brand marketplace which means products are sent directly from the different brands, some in different countries. Returns need to be sent direct back to the brands, not Generous APE. Therefore, if you have ordered products from different brands and you wish to return them, they will need to be sent back to each brand.  

Generous APE does not cover the cost of return postage unless your item is faulty.

Unfortunately, we are unable to offer exchanges directly, however some do brands do offer this option. Please contact us if you wish to exchange an item and we can let you know if the brand accepts exchanges.

Please note: Sale items can not be returned or exchanged unless faulty.

To start a return, visit our Online Returns Portal.

(Please enter your Generous APE order number which will be on your confirmation email.)

Once your return is accepted, our Customer Service team will email you the brand address(es) to send your order back to.

Please use tracked delivery to return your item(s) as this will be your proof of postage and help you to receive your refund quicker.

If there are any issues please email info@generousape.com, visit our Live Chat online or you can call us on 0800 2465440

We will endeavour to respond to you within 2-3 hours of your email, during working hours, which are 9am to 5pm UK time, Monday to Friday.

 

How long do I have to return my order?

We have a 30-day return policy, which means you have 30 days after receiving your item to request a return.

 

What can be returned?

To be eligible for a return, your item must be in the same condition that you received it, unworn or unused, with tags, and in its original packaging. 

Please note: Any Sale items, Custom Made or Made to Order items cannot be returned unless faulty. The brand will investigate faults before a refund will be issued.

 

What if an item is faulty?

Please inspect your order upon reception and contact us immediately if the item is defective, damaged or if you receive the wrong item, so that we can evaluate the issue.

We will notify you once we’ve received and inspected your return, and let you know if the refund was approved or not.

If approved, you’ll be automatically refunded on your original payment method.

Please remember it can take some time for your bank or credit card company to process and post the refund too.

Need further help? 

If you'd like to speak to someone about your return you can email us info@generousape.com, use our online Live Chat Service or call us on 0800 2465440