Antique Mexican Shrine Idol with Candle in its head

A rare and haunting carved wooden idol from a Brujos shrine, with a small old candle embedded into its head. Such idols are known to have been used by sorcerers in witchcraft and ritual. This idol mea

A Rare and Dramatic pair of carved wooden idols from a Brujos shrine, with evidence of use, you can see where candles were once embedded into the top of the heads. Such idols are known to have been us

This is an antique carved wooden female idol shown in squatting / seated position with an aggressive energetic face. The Naga , a fierce head hunting tribe were known for their use of animist shrines

Antique carved wooden Cult idol of Maximon, The Patron Saint of DRinking and smoking ,also called San Simón,who originally was a Mayan deity and folk saint. Maximón is said to represent both light a

Antique carved wooden Cult idol of Maximon, The Patron Saint of Drinking and smoking ,also called San Simón,who originally was a Mayan deity and folk saint. Maximón is said to represent both lig

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Antique carved wooden Cult idol of Maximon, The Patron Saint of Drinking and smoking ,also called San Siman,who originally was a Mayan deity and folk saint. Maximon is said to represent both light and

Antique Mexican Eagle Head Machete Sword. Straight, long blade bears Collins & Co maker marked. Horn handle, Guard and eagle head shaped pommel. decorated leather scabbard with some loses. Total lengt

A rare and haunting carved wooden idol from a Brujos shrine, with an unusual headdress. Such idols are known to have been used by sorcerers in witchcraft and ritual. This idol measures 10 inches tall

Antique Mexican Eagle Head Machete Sword. Slightly curved blade marked at ricasso "KROESMANN, BRADEN & CO". Guard in the shape of two claws pointing in oposite directions. chipped handle. Total length

This is an uncommon style of female Bateba Thil shrine idol, with two heads in janus form and a well handled surface patina. Lobi peoples, Burkina faso, West Africa. The idol measures 25.5 inches tall

Carved wooden magic fetish from the Lobi of Burkina faso, West Africa. Wooden idol in the form of a human leg with ancestral face and head atop the bent leg. A powerful example of African Art and magi

DESCRIPTION: An impressive pair of antique Mexican Colonial Cast Bronze Candle Stands likely commissioned for a Cathedral Altar.  CIRCA: 1860 ORIGIN: Mexico DIMENSIONS: (With Candles) H: 29" W:

A carved wooden Cross that has been embellished with numerous medallions and buttons and has seen obvious use on a shrine for many years. The Cross measures 26 x 14 inches

A Carved wooden shrine idol shown with hands to head in traditional fashion and a serpent climbing up the front of the sculpture. Holo peoples, DRC/ Congo, central Africa. The Figure measures 21.75 in

DESCRIPTION: A pair of antique bronze Buddha heads in a gild faded wood shrine. CIRCA: 19th Ct. ORIGIN: China DIMENSIONS: (Shrine) H:12.25" x W:5.75" x L:10.25" (Buddha Heads) H:6" x W:

A very uncommon carved wooden shrine idol featuring a male figure with head raised to look at the heavens, well weathered and worn surface and raised designs on the legs perhaps representing scars or

A very interesting old carved wooden shrine idol, with a bush cow like head atop a long neck, the arms and torso carved in a highly stylized manner. The sculpture had been painted with a red mineral p

Group of 11 pin cushions with doll head and candle bases. Includes 2 antique sewing baskets. Measurements range from 2 1/2" to 6"

Two antique Neo-Gothic bronze candle holders with dolphin heads. Circa 1900. One repair bobeche. Size: H 28 cm. In good condition.

An ancient Middle Eastern terracotta idol head, dating back to the 10th century BC and offering a glimpse into the rich religious and artistic traditions of the region during that era. Crafted from te

Antique mexican caricaturist signed , Measures 14,5" x 17,5"

Signed original oil on canvas painting by Carlos Orozco Romero (1898-1984 Mexico) Depicts two ladies with traditional head coverings. One holds an unlit candle. Signed lower right. Housed in a carved

A small carved wooden effigy, likely a shrine idol with stylized form and a most unusual feature, the head is turned of axis, looking sideways. The figure is quite eroded and what remains is stable an