Olowe of Ise’s Veranda Post | Art Institute Essentials Tour

On this episode of Art Institute Essentials Tour, take a closer look at this Veranda Post by Yoruban sculptor Olowe of Ise from the early 1900s.

One of four posts sculpted for the palace of the king (ogoga) of Ikere, this evocative image of the Yoruba concept of a divine ruler is a masterwork of Olowe of Ise. Discover how its many characters—an imposing queen, the seated king, a trickster god, and a junior wife—all work together to ensure the success of the kingdom.

Keep reading and learn more about the Veranda Post on our artwork page:
https://www.artic.edu/artworks/102611/veranda-post-opo-ogoga