Statue head - Mami Wata - Ewe - Togo

Head of statue, Mami Wata, Ewe culture, Togo. H.17cm

Nice fragment of a statue linked to the worship of Mami Wata, goddess of water. It is mainly consulted to obtain wealth, prosperity and fertility. Perfume, soap, cream, chalks, kaolin, cigarettes are offered to her...

This is the head of a terracotta statue. The face is beautiful, lively and expressive. There is emotion in this work. The gaze is direct and piercing. Her mouth is slightly open, she seems to be waiting. There is something mysterious and intangible that shines through. Sold as seen, the head is solid with no cracks. The photos are part of the description. Custom pedestal. A beautiful old and authentic Vodou pottery. Circa 1960.