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Fetish, Fon culture, Benin. H. 36 cm, W. 32 cm

Intriguing Fon fetish from Benin. It is an assemblage of wooden figures, magical charges, an animal skull, bones, a horn and cowries, accompanied by a padlock. The whole is fastened to a piece of fabric. The ensemble is powerful, evocative and captivating. It is a unique fetish in its own style. Beautiful patina of offerings, blood, alcohol, pigments... A beautiful collectible piece from an ancient and authentic Vodou cult. Circa 1960.

Fétiche, culture Fon, Bénin. H.36cm La.32cm

Intrigant fétiche Fon du Bénin. C'est un assemblage de personnages en bois, de charges magiques, d'un crâne animal, d'ossements, d'une corne et de cauris, accompagné d'un cadenas. Le tout est fixé sur un tissus. L'ensemble est puissant, évocateur et captivant. C'est un fétiche unique dans son style. Belle patine d'offrandes, sang, alcool, pigments... Une belle pièce de collection de culte Vaudou ancienne et authentique. Circa 1960. 




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Fetish - Voodoo - Fon - Benin

Mid 20th century - Fair condition

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Fétiche is an original Fon Vaudou object from Benin, dating to the mid-20th century and measuring 36 × 32 cm.

Fetish - Voodoo - Fon - Benin

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Fétiche is an original Fon Vaudou object from Benin, dating to the mid-20th century and measuring 36 × 32 cm.

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