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This incredible Old Lobi Shrine Male Bateba is 17" x 6.5" and sits on a black wood stand 7" x … Read more This incredible Old Lobi Shrine Male Bateba is 17" x 6.5" and sits on a black wood stand 7" x 5.5". This traditional sculpture is a sacred symbol of Burkina Faso and Ghana. The Lobi Thil are believed to be living beings with special powers that influence the harmony of the village. Their artwork, although raw and organic, contains immense spiritual depth. As collectors have come to recognize, one does not need lavish embellishment to evoke emotion and reverence. See less
- Dimensions
- 6.5ʺW × 3ʺD × 17ʺH
- Styles
- African
- Figurative
- Art Subjects
- Figure
- Period
- 1950s
- Item Type
- Vintage, Antique or Pre-owned
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- Materials
- Wood
- Condition
- Good Condition, Original Condition Unaltered, Some Imperfections
- Color
- Brown
- Condition Notes
- loss pls check pictures loss pls check pictures less
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