Old Lobi Shrine Idol, Bateba, Fetish Figure, African Tr
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This is a very old carved wooden shrine figure from the LOBI peoples of Burkina Faso, West Africa. This is a Lobi "bateba" or spirit idol which were placed on village shrines and considered Mediums to the spirit world , This is an Old and original Lobi ceremonial sculpture made for ceremonial use. This idol is well worn and shows evidence of ritual use, The statue does not stand well on its own , it was never carved as an display piece, it was made for traditional use. Mounted to a simple wood base. The figure measures 9 inches tall
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Well weathered, stress fractures.
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Old Lobi Shrine Idol, Bateba, Fetish Figure, African Tr
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