The symbolic significance of the head. The head was also seen as a symbol of authority and power. The king of Ife was known as the "head of the world," and he was believed to have absolute power over his subjects. The head was also seen as a symbol of beauty and fertility.
The artistic representation of the head. The Ife people produced many beautiful and realistic sculptures of heads. These sculptures were often made of bronze or terracotta, and they were often adorned with intricate details. The sculptures were believed to be representations of the gods or of the king, and they were often used in religious ceremonies.