Zemanek-Münster

Guardian head "kedie"

Côte d'Ivoire, Dan
not available anymore
Size
H: 32,5 cm
H: 12.8 inch

Description

wood, dark brown patina, conical base, open mouth inset with metal teeth, min. dam., missing parts (base), cracks, slight traces of abrasion;
such head sculptures are valued as powerful objects, as dwelling place for protective spirits.


Comparing literature

Johnson, Barbara C., Four Dan Sculptors, San Francisco 1987, p. 22, ill. 15

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