Grand sceptre trident - Voodoo Fetish - Fon - Benin

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Description from the seller

Grand sceptre with a trident, Fon culture, Benin. H.63cm

Voodoo offers us here a mysterious work, immersing us in an unknown and complex universe of which only the protagonists hold the keys to understanding.
It is a powerful and intriguing fetish. It represents a trident scepter. The trident is traditionally associated with the cults of Mami Wata and Papa Densu, water deities. It is a rare object. Three magical charges are fixed on it, surrounded by fabrics and adorned with cauris. A beautiful crust of dried blood covers it. Fabrics in the colors of Vodou are also visible. The whole is beautiful, captivating, and mysterious. Sold as is, see photos. They are part of the description. A beautiful, ancient, and authentic Vodou cult object. Circa 1960.

Grand sceptre with a trident, Fon culture, Benin. H.63cm

Voodoo offers us here a mysterious work, immersing us in an unknown and complex universe of which only the protagonists hold the keys to understanding.
It is a powerful and intriguing fetish. It represents a trident scepter. The trident is traditionally associated with the cults of Mami Wata and Papa Densu, water deities. It is a rare object. Three magical charges are fixed on it, surrounded by fabrics and adorned with cauris. A beautiful crust of dried blood covers it. Fabrics in the colors of Vodou are also visible. The whole is beautiful, captivating, and mysterious. Sold as is, see photos. They are part of the description. A beautiful, ancient, and authentic Vodou cult object. Circa 1960.

Details

Indigenous object name
Voodoo Fetish
Ethnic group/ culture
Fon
Country of Origin
Benin
Period
Mid 20th century
Sold with stand
Yes
Condition
Fair condition
Title of artwork
Grand sceptre trident
Height
63 cm
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