Powerfull post figure couple of the FON tribe from Benin.

Boccio figure like these were placed outdoors and sunk into the earth, becoming wonderfully aged by exposure. Despite their small scale, they seem to gain a spiritual monumentality from being fused with the earth. Standing at the entrance of a village, a courtyard, a house, or a shrine, they served a protective function, barring the entrance of evil spirits.

Provenance: Manfred Sch?fer collection, ex- gallery owner from Ulm, Germany.




Object:

Fetish Figure



Ethnic group:

Fon



Country:

Benin



Material:

Wood



Estimated period:

Mid 20th century



Sold with stand:

No



Dimensions:

14x6x3 cm



Weight:

50 gram



Condition:

Good condition, used with some signs of wear

Reserve: $90.00

Shipping:

Domestic: Flat-rate of $35.00 to anywhere within the contiguous U.S.

International: Foreign shipping rates are determined by destination. International shipping may be subject to VAT.

Combined shipping: Please ask about combined shipping for multiple lots before bidding.

Location: This item ships from The Netherlands .

Your purchase is protected:
In the rare event that the item did not conform to the lot description in the sale, Jasper52 specialists are here to help. Buyers may return the item for a full refund provided you notify Jasper52 within 5 days of receiving the item.