Sold2023A Lobi Ti Puo Thil Shrine IdolA carved wooden shrine idol in the form of a Bateba ti puo (Dangerous Figure) Used to block the entrance of harmful forces from the village and household. Lobi peoples, Burkina faso, West Africa. TheSee Sold Price
Sold2023A Lobi Bateba Thil Ti Puo to ward of WitchcraftA carved wooden shrine idol or magic fetish used by a diviner as a talisman to ward off witchcraft and malevolent spirits. The sculpture is carved wood with a well weathered surface and most unusual tSee Sold Price
Sold2022Lobi Bateba Ti Puo Ex Wheellock CollectionArchaic and eroded ancient carved wooden shrine idol with classic facial features and in the form of a Bateba Thil Ti Puo, a "Dangerous" Sculpture used in the protection from witchcraft. Lobi peoples,See Sold Price
Sold2023A Lobi Bateba Ti Puo Shrine idol Ex Banks CollectionCarved wood and showing some handling and wear, a classic Female Bateba Thil Ti Puo or Spirit idol from a Lobi Shrine. considered a protective talisman. Burkina faso, West Africa. The idol measures 5.See Sold Price
Sold2018A Lobi Bateba Ti Puo Shrine idol with raised armCarved wooden male effigy of a Thil, or spirit figure known as a "Bateba Ti Puo" and was considered a powerful form of medium to the spirit world. Lobi peoples, Burkina faso, West Africa. The sculpturSee Sold Price
Sold2022A Lobi Ti Puo Shrine IdolA carved wooden shrine idol with hands extended to the heavens, considered a protective fetish and typically placed on shrines to act as a medium to the spirit world. Lobi peoples, Burkina Faso, WestSee Sold Price
Sold2023A Lobi Ti Puo Shrine IdolA tall carved wooden female shrine effigy of a spirit with left hand in the air, a pose said to ward off witchcraft and black magic. The idol measures 32 inches tall on its custom display stand. LobiSee Sold Price
Sold2021A Lobi Ti Puo Shrine Idol for Protection from HarmA carved wooden shrine idol in the form of a Bateba ti puo (Dangerous Figure) Used to block the entrance of harmful forces from the village and household. Lobi peoples, Burkina faso, West Africa. provSee Sold Price
Sold2023A Lobi Ti Puo Shrine Idol Ex Banks CollectionA dramatic carved wooden shrine idol, an image of a spirit placed on village shrines to act as a medium to the spirit world. This example measures 13 inches tall, and will not balance well on its own.See Sold Price
Sold2019Tall Lobi Bateba Ti Puo Shrine Idol, African ArtA Very tall weathered and expressive carved wooden shrine idol known as a Bateba Ti Puo among the Lobi peoples of Burkina faso. The figure is very weathered and worn, though appears intact. The figureSee Sold Price
Sold2016Monumental Lobi Bateba Ti Puo Shrine Idol African ArtLarge carved wooden idol from the Lobi peoples of Burkina faso, West Africa. Carved from a heavy dense wood and featuring a male ancestor with his arm raised high in the air. The Lobi carve bateba toSee Sold Price
Sold2016Old Lobi Bateba Ti Puo Shrine idol , African Tribal ArtCarved wooden idol from the Lobi of Burkina Faso, West Africa. Known as a "Bateba Ti Puo " this style of sculpture were created to be placed on village shrines to act as mediums to the spirit world. OSee Sold Price
Sold2020Three African Lobi "Bateba Ti Puo" Shrine IdolsThree African Lobi Carved Wood "Bateba Ti Puo" Shrine idols. Largest size: 13.75'' x 10.5'' x 2'' (35 x 27 x 5 cm).See Sold Price
Sold2015Old LOBI TI PUO Magic Fetish, Shrine idol, African ArtTall Impressive Lobi Ti Puo Magic fetish from the LOBI of Burkina Faso, West Africa. carved wooden idol with traditional rasied hand thought to deflect magic spells, witchcraft and Illness, a protectiSee Sold Price
Sold2024A Lobi Bateba Ti Puo Magic FetishA carved wooden shrine idol known locally as a Bateba Tip Puo or Dangerous Lobi. The Pose with raised arms is symbolic of magic and witchcraft and it was considered a powerful talisman for protection.See Sold Price
Sold2023A Bold Lobi Thil Shrine Idol Ex Banks CollectionThis is a vintage sculpture from the Lobi peoples, Burkina Faso, West Africa. Carved wooden image of a strong male known locally as Bateba Thil or Spirit figure. The sculpture measures 13 inches tallSee Sold Price
Sold2022A Lobi Bateba Thil Shrine IdolA carved wooden Lobi bateba thil or spirit figure for use on a local shrine. Lobi peoples, Burkina Faso, West Africa. The idol measures 13.25 x 6.5 inches. Provenance: Ex. Alfred Schienberg, NY; Ex. MSee Sold Price
Sold2024A Long Legged Lobi Bateba Thil Shrine IdolA highly stylized sculpture of a female Thil spirit known as bateba, which are placed on local shrines to act as a medium to the sprit world. Lobi peoples, Burkina faso, West Africa. This sculpture meSee Sold Price
Sold2021A Lobi Bateba Thil Shrine IdolA Very Heavy Old and field used Lobi Bateba Shrine Idol, a Great example, custom mounted. From a New Jersey collection. Measures 25 inches on professional Base.See Sold Price
Sold2021A Lobi Bateba Thil Shrine Idol Ex Volta Gallery DC 1980A carved wooden female shrine effigy or Bateba Thil, an image of a spirit from a shrine, Lobi peoples, Burkina faso, West Africa. The Idol measures 7 inches tall and has an encrusted and layered surfaSee Sold Price
Sold2023A Lobi bateba Thil Shrine IdolA tall slender carved wooden spirit idol with a well handled surface patina and classic facial features and form, long arms down the sides and large rounded ears. Lobi peoples, Burkina Faso, West AfriSee Sold Price
Sold2019Eroded Old Lobi Bateba Thil Shrine Idol, African ArtThis is a rare old and field used Shrine idol from the Lobi peoples of Burkina Faso, West Africa. Carved from a light wood with highly stylized faces and form, exaggerated facial features, large forehSee Sold Price
2021A Lobi Bataba Thil Shrine Idol Ex William Wright NYA Lovely carved wooden shrine idol known as a Bateba Thil of Spirit figure often associated with protective talisman used by the Lobi peoples of Burkina Faso, West Africa. This sculpture has been custSee Sold Price
Sold2023A Iron Lobi Bateba Thil Shrine IdolA hand forged iron bateba Thil or spirit idol made by the village blacksmith, Lobi peoples, Burkina Faso, West Africa. The Sculpture measures 13 x 3.5 inches.See Sold Price
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