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Fetish, Fon culture, Benin. Height 25 cm

Intriguing Fon fetish from Benin. Its presence is mysterious. It seems alive, it watches us with a strange smile. It is surrounded by magical charges. A horn is attached to its back. It is covered with offerings, blood, alcohol, blue pigments, and other substances. The patina is rich and intricate. Sold as is; the photos are part of the description. A beautiful, ancient, and authentic Voodoo cult object. Circa 1960.

Fétiche, culture Fon, Bénin. H.25cm

Intrigant fétiche Fon du Bénin. Sa présence est mystérieuse. Il semble vivant, il nous observe avec un sourire étrange. Il est entouré de charges magiques. Une corne est accroché dans son dos. Il est recouvert d'offrandes, sang, alcool, pigments bleu et autres substances. La patine est riche et complexe. Vendu en l'état, les photos font partie du descriptif. Un bel objet de culte Vaudou ancien et authentique. Circa 196O.





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Fetish - Voodoo - Fon - Benin

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