Rare ancient ritual fetish - Loko - Sierra Leone

An authentic Loko fetish from Sierra Leone.

Early 20th century.

Documentation on the sculptures of this ethnic group is scarce.
The Loko are a little-known people due to low production and their geopolitical isolation.
This piece has an incredible expression and a remarkable old patina.
A few wood cracks from its age and traces of rituals.
A small piece of modernity that could have inspired the great sculptors of modern art.

Requires a base.

Dimensions: 19 x 3 x 3 cm.