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female twin figure "venavi" of the Ewe / Togo
pregnant, with both hands embracing her prominent belly
Wood, light brown base painting, with hair, eyebrows, pupils emphasized in black, nipples, navel, as well as paintings on the face, upper arms and thighs
Traces of ritual washing
Bead necklaces of polychrome glass beads around the neck and hips,
Kauri shells as magical accessories bound to the forearms

h: 290 mm
279 g

female twin figure "venavi" of the Ewe / Togo
pregnant, with both hands embracing her prominent belly
Wood, light brown base painting, with hair, eyebrows, pupils emphasized in black, nipples, navel, as well as paintings on the face, upper arms and thighs
Traces of ritual washing
Bead necklaces of polychrome glass beads around the neck and hips,
Kauri shells as magical accessories bound to the forearms

h: 290 mm
279 g

Details

Ethnic group/ culture
Ewe
Condition
Good condition
Provenance
Private collection
Authenticity
Original/official
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Private

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