Nigerian Two Headed Standing Figure, Based

Two heads, one body, and a torso built like armor.

Kaka carvers of northern Nigeria, West Africa, made this two-headed standing figure in wood in the 20th century. Double-headed figures in the region are often associated with duality, protection or ritual use, though meanings vary by community. The long necks fork upward into two round faces with narrow eyes. The torso is tightly ribbed in horizontal bands, and the thin arms hang straight. The wood is dark brown and glossy, standing on a square wooden base.

About nine inches tall. Looks both ways before it crosses the room.