Magical head "ga sua"
Liberia, Kran
sold
EUR 600
Provenance
German Collection, HamburgSize
H: 29 cm
H: 11.4 inch
Description
clay, encrusted patina, the eyes inset with cowrie shells, inserted feathers, min. dam., fine cracks, base;
“ga sua” is an object used in connection with sacrifices and prayers for protection against witchcraft. It shall guarantee good luck, fertility and healing from diseases as well. During ceremonial dances a priest used to balance it on top of his head. Working himself into a frenzy he answers questions about past, present and future.