Royal Authority: Glass beads are considered sacred materials among the Yoruba. Historically, only kings (Obas), high-level priests, and divine elders were permitted to possess or wear them.The Central Figure: The main figure represents an ancestor king or a high deity, holding a staff of authority and dressed in customary ritual regalia.Flanking Figures: The smaller attendants flanking the central figure symbolize the courtly entourage, royal lineage, and protection.Color Usage: Each distinct glass bead color corresponds to a different orisha (Yoruba deity), infusing the object with spiritual power and balancing divine forces.The Base: The cylindrical base mimics the exact structure of a formal royal crown, transforming this sculpture into an altar piece meant to honor ancestral royal power