Statuette of Aurel - Ewe - - Ewe - Togo

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Description from the seller

Seated female figure.
Ewe - Culture / Ghana / Togo
Good condition, one hand missing.
A seated female figure of the West African Voodoo cult - Vodun pronounced.
It is an altar object; it is placed together with other figures and receives offerings.
Mainly kaolin, chalk, talc, gin, soap or cigarettes.
Hair braided into braids, clear face, the gaze looks into the distance, arms bent slightly extended in anticipation of offerings.
Rare is the depiction of wide sandals with bands/jewelry-decorated.
Height: 26 cm.
I ship only insured.

Seated female figure.
Ewe - Culture / Ghana / Togo
Good condition, one hand missing.
A seated female figure of the West African Voodoo cult - Vodun pronounced.
It is an altar object; it is placed together with other figures and receives offerings.
Mainly kaolin, chalk, talc, gin, soap or cigarettes.
Hair braided into braids, clear face, the gaze looks into the distance, arms bent slightly extended in anticipation of offerings.
Rare is the depiction of wide sandals with bands/jewelry-decorated.
Height: 26 cm.
I ship only insured.

Details

Number of objects
1
Ethnic group/ culture
Ewe
Country of Origin
Togo
Period
Mid 20th century
Material
Wood
Sold with stand
No
Condition
Good condition
Title of artwork
Statuette of Aurel - Ewe -
Height
26 cm
Width
15 cm
Depth
15 cm
Provenance
Private collection
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Objects sold
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