A Fine Old Igbo Agwushi Diviners fetish, African Art
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Small carved wooden female sculpture with a deep well handled surface patina. Ibo / Igbo peoples, Nigeria, Africa. Such idols were often used in a diviners "kit" as well as child protective amulets. This example was possibly used in fertility rituals, note the red paint on the feet of the idol and the obvious sexual posture. Measures 6.25 inches tall.
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fair, well worn.
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A Fine Old Igbo Agwushi Diviners fetish, African Art
Estimate $200 - $300
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