Fetish figure - FON - Benin - Protective talisman

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Julien Gauthier
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Estimate  € 150 - € 200
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€50
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€40
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€35

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This 24 cm wooden Fon protection fetish from Benin is sold with a stand.

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Description from the seller

An astonishing Fon fetish crafted as part of the Vodun (Voodoo) rite.

23.5 cm

A fetish figure with a patina of libations and kaolin.

Traditional magic and divination.

The diviner has a fetish made for his client that will solve his problems.

An astonishing Fon fetish crafted as part of the Vodun (Voodoo) rite.

23.5 cm

A fetish figure with a patina of libations and kaolin.

Traditional magic and divination.

The diviner has a fetish made for his client that will solve his problems.

Details

Era
1900-2000
Title additional information
Protective talisman
Material
Wood
Country of origin
Benin
Ethnic group/culture
FON
Height
24 cm
Width
10 cm
Sold with stand
Yes
Depth
10 cm
Condition
Fair condition - heavily used & with possibly minor parts missing
Estimated period
1960-1970, 1970-1980
FranceVerified
71
Objects sold
100%
Private

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