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This little sculpture is certainly the representation of a great
female ancestor of the lineage. This figure, drawing attention to the
details, had the function to protect against wizards and to keep the
curses away. It was placed on the family altar of the protective
ancestors. It had also a role of receptacle to communicate with the
invisible and protective spirits (thil), and with ancestors of
the familial lineage.
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Origin :
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Burkina Faso
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Type :
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Statuary
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Ethnic group :
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Lobi
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Material :
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Wood with bright brownish patina, traces of sacrificial materials
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Size :
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H = 5.7 inches
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