Description
In Yoruba, the name Oya literally means “She Tore”. She is known as Ọya-Iyansan – the “mother of nine.” This is due to the Niger River (known to the Yoruba as the Odo-Ọya) traditionally being known for having nine tributaries.
LG1200 6″ 8″ 12″ Orisha Oya Statue
Item#: LG1200-6| LG1200-8| LG1200-12
Size: 6 Inch| 8 Inch| 12 Inch
Case: 36pcs/case| 18pcs/case| 8pcs/case
Oya (Yoruba: Ọya, also known as Oyá or Oiá; Yansá or Yansã; and Iansá or Iansã in Latin America) is an Orisha of winds, lightening, and violent storms, death and rebirth. She is similar to the Haitian Maman Brigitte, who is syncretised with the Catholic Saint Brigit.
Additional information
| Dimensions | N/A |
|---|---|
| Item No. | LG1200-6, LG1200-8, LG1200-12 |
| Size | 6 Inch, 8 Inch, 12 Inch |
