A Lobi Shrine Idol Ex Endicott Collection
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Description
A classic carved wooden bateba thil or spirit idol with colonial style cap on top, hands to chin in a prayer like pose and encrusted surface suggesting ritual use. The idol measures 8 5/8 inches tall, 10.25 inches tall on professional custom display stand. Lobi peoples, Burkina Faso, West Africa. provenance: Ex Dr Noble Endicott collection, New York, also a private New Jersey collection.
Condition
Good, well handled and weathered
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A Lobi Shrine Idol Ex Endicott Collection
Estimate $500 - $800
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