Sold2018A Lobi Bateba Ti Puo Shrine idol with raised armCarved wooden male effigy of a Thil, or spirit figure known as a "Bateba Ti Puo" and was considered a powerful form of medium to the spirit world. Lobi peoples, Burkina faso, West Africa. The sculpturSee Sold Price
Sold2016Monumental Lobi Bateba Ti Puo Shrine Idol African ArtLarge carved wooden idol from the Lobi peoples of Burkina faso, West Africa. Carved from a heavy dense wood and featuring a male ancestor with his arm raised high in the air. The Lobi carve bateba toSee Sold Price
Sold2024A Lobi Bateba Ti Puo Magic FetishA carved wooden shrine idol known locally as a Bateba Tip Puo or Dangerous Lobi. The Pose with raised arms is symbolic of magic and witchcraft and it was considered a powerful talisman for protection.See Sold Price
Sold2019Tall Lobi Bateba Ti Puo Shrine Idol, African ArtA Very tall weathered and expressive carved wooden shrine idol known as a Bateba Ti Puo among the Lobi peoples of Burkina faso. The figure is very weathered and worn, though appears intact. The figureSee Sold Price
Sold2016Old Lobi Bateba Ti Puo Shrine idol , African Tribal ArtCarved wooden idol from the Lobi of Burkina Faso, West Africa. Known as a "Bateba Ti Puo " this style of sculpture were created to be placed on village shrines to act as mediums to the spirit world. OSee Sold Price
Sold2023A Lobi Bateba Ti Puo Shrine idol Ex Banks CollectionCarved wood and showing some handling and wear, a classic Female Bateba Thil Ti Puo or Spirit idol from a Lobi Shrine. considered a protective talisman. Burkina faso, West Africa. The idol measures 5.See Sold Price
Sold2020Three African Lobi "Bateba Ti Puo" Shrine IdolsThree African Lobi Carved Wood "Bateba Ti Puo" Shrine idols. Largest size: 13.75'' x 10.5'' x 2'' (35 x 27 x 5 cm).See Sold Price
Sold2022Lobi Bateba Ti Puo Ex Wheellock CollectionArchaic and eroded ancient carved wooden shrine idol with classic facial features and in the form of a Bateba Thil Ti Puo, a "Dangerous" Sculpture used in the protection from witchcraft. Lobi peoples,See Sold Price
Sold2023A Lobi Bateba Thil Ti Puo to ward of WitchcraftA carved wooden shrine idol or magic fetish used by a diviner as a talisman to ward off witchcraft and malevolent spirits. The sculpture is carved wood with a well weathered surface and most unusual tSee Sold Price
Sold2020Lobi Bateba Ti Puo Witch Protection Idol, African ArtA tall carved wooden male effigy with long exaggerated arms in the air in a pose that indicates that this is a "dangerous" bateba known as a "Ti Puo" often used as protection from witchcraft. Lobi peoSee Sold Price
Sold2021A Lobi Ti Puo Shrine Idol for Protection from HarmA carved wooden shrine idol in the form of a Bateba ti puo (Dangerous Figure) Used to block the entrance of harmful forces from the village and household. Lobi peoples, Burkina faso, West Africa. provSee Sold Price
Sold2023A Lobi Ti Puo Thil Shrine IdolA carved wooden shrine idol in the form of a Bateba ti puo (Dangerous Figure) Used to block the entrance of harmful forces from the village and household. Lobi peoples, Burkina faso, West Africa. TheSee Sold Price
Sold2022A Lobi Ti Puo Shrine IdolA carved wooden shrine idol with hands extended to the heavens, considered a protective fetish and typically placed on shrines to act as a medium to the spirit world. Lobi peoples, Burkina Faso, WestSee Sold Price
Sold2023A Lobi Ti Puo Shrine IdolA tall carved wooden female shrine effigy of a spirit with left hand in the air, a pose said to ward off witchcraft and black magic. The idol measures 32 inches tall on its custom display stand. LobiSee Sold Price
Sold2023A Lobi Ti Puo Shrine Idol Ex Banks CollectionA dramatic carved wooden shrine idol, an image of a spirit placed on village shrines to act as a medium to the spirit world. This example measures 13 inches tall, and will not balance well on its own.See Sold Price
Sold2015Old LOBI TI PUO Magic Fetish, Shrine idol, African ArtTall Impressive Lobi Ti Puo Magic fetish from the LOBI of Burkina Faso, West Africa. carved wooden idol with traditional rasied hand thought to deflect magic spells, witchcraft and Illness, a protectiSee Sold Price
Sold2022A Lobi Bateba Shrine Idol Ex Banks collectionA carved wooden bateba Thil with extended arms and unusual treatment to the overall form. Lobi peoples, Burkina faso, West Africa. The Figure measures 24 x 14 inches. Provenance: The Robert Banks collSee Sold Price
Sold2023A Lobi bateba Thil Shrine IdolA tall slender carved wooden spirit idol with a well handled surface patina and classic facial features and form, long arms down the sides and large rounded ears. Lobi peoples, Burkina Faso, West AfriSee Sold Price
Sold2020Rare Janus Lobi Bateba Shrine Idol of a LegA Rare carved wooden shrine idol with two faces and was carved in the fom of a human leg. There is likely some esoteric purpose as a magical aid. Lobi peoples, Burkina faso, Africa. The carving measurSee Sold Price
Sold2022A Lobi Bateba Shrine Idol with Diamond Shaped EyesA tall bateba thil shrine idol carved from a heavy dense wood and with loss to eroded feet, well weathered surface and signs of field use as a shrine object. Note the Diamond shaped eyes and classic fSee Sold Price
Sold2023Rare Janus Lobi bateba Shrine IdolThis is an uncommon style of female Bateba Thil shrine idol, with two heads in janus form and a well handled surface patina. Lobi peoples, Burkina faso, West Africa. The idol measures 25.5 inches tallSee Sold Price
Sold2024A Lobi Bateba Shrine idol Ex Endicott CollectionA carved wooden Female bateba thil spirit idol from a local shrine, with bold form and strong carving style. Lobi peoples, Burkina Faso, West Africa. The Idol measures 15 inches tall on professional cSee Sold Price
Sold2023A Seated Lobi Bateba Shrine Idol Ex Banks CollectionCarved from a dense wood and showing some weathering and wear, a classic Female Bateba Thil or Spirit idol from a Lobi Shrine. Burkina faso, West Africa. The idol measures 9.75 inches tall. ProvenanceSee Sold Price
Sold2020Eroded Old Lobi Bateba Shrine Idol, African ArtA very old and weathered shrine idol with highly stylized facial features and a undeniable weathered surface. Lobi peoples, Burkina Faso, West Africa. The sculpture measures 22.25 inches tall on its cSee Sold Price
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