Bocio Stake Head - Voodoo Vodun - Ewe - Togo

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Tête de piquet Bocio, a wooden Vaudou Vodun sculpture from Togo by the Éwé, dating to the mid-20th century, 40 cm high, authentic and sold with stand.

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Togo
Culture Ewe
Bocio stake head
Wood
Height 40 cm

Beautiful Ewe Bocio stake head from Togo. It is an object with a strong presence. The face is expressive and captivating. It seems serene, confident in its strength, immersed in the world of spirits. Its task is to protect a place and its occupants from evil spirits and curses.
The figure was attacked by wood-boring insects. The lower part of the body is missing. It is damaged but solid. The patina is beautiful, rich and complex. Composed of earth, shea butter, blood, alcohol.... Sold as is. Custom base. A beautiful ancient and authentic Vodou/Voodoo collectible piece. Circa 1950.

Togo
Culture Ewe
Bocio stake head
Wood
Height 40 cm

Beautiful Ewe Bocio stake head from Togo. It is an object with a strong presence. The face is expressive and captivating. It seems serene, confident in its strength, immersed in the world of spirits. Its task is to protect a place and its occupants from evil spirits and curses.
The figure was attacked by wood-boring insects. The lower part of the body is missing. It is damaged but solid. The patina is beautiful, rich and complex. Composed of earth, shea butter, blood, alcohol.... Sold as is. Custom base. A beautiful ancient and authentic Vodou/Voodoo collectible piece. Circa 1950.

Details

Indigenous object name
Voodoo Vodun
Ethnic group/ culture
Ewe
Country of Origin
Togo
Period
Mid 20th century
Material
Wood
Sold with stand
Yes
Condition
Fair condition
Title of artwork
Bocio Stake Head
Height
40 cm
Authenticity
Original/official
FranceVerified
885
Objects sold
100%
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