Auction 104 After sale
Zemanek-Münster

Phallus

Benin, Fon
sold EUR 200
Size
L: 71 cm
L: 28.0 inch

Description

wood, spotted greyish brown patina, irregular incisions on one side, min. dam., fissures, traces of insect caused damage, on base;
was used for the “elegba” ceremonies.


Comparing literature

Mattelaer, Johan J., The phallus in art and culture, Arnhem o.J., p. 84

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