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African Tribal Art
Ewe Vodun Shrine Figure
- Culture
- Ewe
- Origin
- Ghana and Togo
- Object
- Figure
- Materials
- Wood, Bead, Textile
- Dimensions
- 26.7 cm high
- Catalogue
- TRB-141
A carved wooden shrine figure adorned with assorted beads and textiles, including red cloth consistent with use as a Vodun idol. The surface is heavily encrusted from ritual use.
Provenance
Collection of Remi Bazan, photographer and collector; collection of Daniel Jones, Florida.Acquired
TRIBAL GATHERINGS · 2024
