Lobi Bateba Ti Puo Witch Protection Idol, African Art
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A tall carved wooden male effigy with long exaggerated arms in the air in a pose that indicates that this is a "dangerous" bateba known as a "Ti Puo" often used as protection from witchcraft. Lobi peoples, Burkina faso, West Africa. The Sculpture measures 41.5 x 17 inches tall on custom display stand. Provenance: A private Oregon collection.
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Fair, well handled
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Lobi Bateba Ti Puo Witch Protection Idol, African Art
Estimate $500 - $1,000
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