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A fragmentary Voodoo figure in terracotta, Mami Wata cult, Fon, Benin.. Anthropomorphic pottery related to the Voodoo-Mami Wata cult. Mami Wata is a goddess which offers wealth, abundance, fertility... As offerings it appreciates white alcohol, perfume, creams, talc, chalks, soap, cigarettes... one arm is missing. The face are showing teeth pierced through, as well as the eyes, the object has a strong, authentic presence. An authentic Voodoo object. Mid 20th century.

400 - 600,- Euro

Height: 47 cm
Weight: 5,3 kg

 

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