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Huge Bamana Boli Shrine fetish, African Art

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Huge Bamana Boli Shrine fetish, African Art

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A large male shrine object with multiple layers of organic matter. Such objects were placed on village shrines, the primary function of a boli is to accumulate and control the naturally occurring life force called nyama for the spiritual benefit of the community. Bamana peoples, mali, Africa. The sculpture measures 33 inches tall.

Condition

fair, weathered.

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Huge Bamana Boli Shrine fetish, African Art

Name: Huge Bamana Boli Shrine fetish, African Art
SKU: 62715198
Price: 1000 USD
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