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Well-used ceremonial staff, used in traditional performances when communication with the gods is necessary.
The design is made to represent the god "Shango", one of the most important deities of the Fon-people of Togo.
hight.; 32 cm. and 16 cm. wide. Wooden staff covered in aluminium sheeting. Collected in Togo in the late 1990,s and from a private collection.

Late 20th century - Wood/Aluminium - Good condition

Ceremonial staff - Fon - Togo

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