Fon Fetish Statue
Fon fetish, Benin, wood, bottles, fabric, cowrie shells and beads
An anthropomorphic sculpture associated with a medicinal composition, mixing bottles that have contained alcohol or a mixture of pharmacopoeia. This fetish is therefore a kind of medicine, dedicated to the patient. This patient is symbolized by the sculpture of the botchio (human representation among the Fons of Benin). The object has a good age and is authentic.
Mid 20th century, ex private collection (Hyères).
An anthropomorphic sculpture associated with a medicinal composition, mixing bottles that have contained alcohol or a mixture of pharmacopoeia. This fetish is therefore a kind of medicine, dedicated to the patient. This patient is symbolized by the sculpture of the botchio (human representation among the Fons of Benin). The object has a good age and is authentic.
Mid 20th century, ex private collection (Hyères).
240 €
Period: 20th century
Style: Tribal Art
Condition: Good condition
Material: Solid wood
Height: 19 cm
Reference (ID): 1735883
Availability: In stock
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