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Lobi, Burkina Faso - Fetish in black iron, altar piece on base

Lobi, Burkina Faso
Superb fetish in black iron, anthropomorphic representation.

Rare representation, with arms raised, recalling the "Thilbu Bayo", whose function is to protect against spells.

The piece is presented on a base, from which it can be removed.
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Old and usual piece. Collectible.

Dimensions: 22 cm total height with base.
Fetish dimensions: 18.5 x 14.5 x 3.5 cm.
Weight: approx. 0.460 kg for the piece, and 0.130 kg for the base.

Lobi : The Lobi People is from west-Africa (Burkina Faso, Ghana, and in the north of Ivory Coast). Their ars consists in elegant wood statues.

Related items: Lobi Burkina Faso Fetishes
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