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A Lobi Bateba Betise Copulating Couple, Ex Banks Collection

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A Lobi Bateba Betise Copulating Couple, Ex Banks Collection

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Description

This is a vintage sculpture from the Lobi peoples, Burkina Faso, West Africa. Carved wooden image of a male and female in the act of love making. Known locally as "Bateba Betise", It is said that Lobi men are given this sculpture when looking for a wife and to avoid sterility. A powerful sculpture! The sculpture measures 14.5 inches tall on professional custom display stand. Provenance: Ex Robert Banks collection, MD, USA.

Condition

Good, well handled and worn

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A Lobi Bateba Betise Copulating Couple, Ex Banks Collection

Name: A Lobi Bateba Betise Copulating Couple, Ex Banks Collection
SKU: 156010744
Price: 110 USD
Availability: InStock

Estimate $300 - $500

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