Ewe or Fon Vodun Fetish Figure stoneware wearing long monastic robes overlaid

wearing long monastic robes overlaid with richly ornamented court regalia: an elaborate winged crown

This magnificent hollow Tanagra terracotta figurine

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with its balanced craftsmanship and historical resonance

Arts d'Afrique

Ewe or Fon Vodun Fetish Figure stoneware wearing long monastic robes overlaidFon or Ewe people, mid 20th century, Togo, Benin, or Ghana, West Africa Striking wooden vodun fetish or altar figure, crudely yet expressively carved in a standing posture with both hands held to the chest. 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 brown patina