Ewe or Fon Vodun Fetish Figure textiles Founder and director of the

Founder and director of the Carlsberg Foundation biological institute

with a more prominent band marking the transition to the shoulder

sturdy round-bodied form with a slightly corseted neck

potent substances

This rare and exceptional Bura funerary vessel

Ewe or Fon Vodun Fetish Figure textiles Founder and director of theFon or Ewe people, mid 20th century, Togo, Benin, or Ghana, West Africa Superb wooden vodun fetish or altar figure, crudely yet expressively carved in a standing posture with both hands held to the sides of the body. The figure displays highly stylized features, worn facial details, a painted coiffure, round breasts, a small navel, and bulky painted feet. Beautiful traces of pigments and libations remain across the surface, creating a rich golden