AN UNUSUAL LOCK FETISH, EWE TRIBE GHANA W.AFRICA (No 2621) SHIELDS Faceted form with an expressive

Faceted form with an expressive

This is a shapely ladle  from Nepal

crocodile shaped door lock from the Dogon people of Mali

Faceted surface

AN UNUSUAL LOCK FETISH, EWE TRIBE GHANA W.AFRICA (No 2621) SHIELDS Faceted form with an expressiveA large encrusted and moody figural power object from the Ewe tribe of Ghana. Features two wooden figures bound together face to face with twine and metal padlocks and numerous pens! Rare to find. Probably used to ensure someones studying was successful. Natural libations were applied in ceremony to start the spiritual life of the artefact. Has an encrusted patina from regular offerings. Good collectable condition. We guarantee this item has been