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Ritual iron rod in the shape of a snake, Benin Republic, Fon, Size: H: 111 cm (H: 43.7 inch), ID: 3051667
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Lot 309
Auction 104

Ritual iron rod in the shape of a snake ·  Benin Republic, Fon · ID: 3051667

sold EUR 680
Provenance
Alain de Monbrison, Paris, France
Size
H: 111 cm
H: 43.7 inch

Description

two-piece, encrusted patina, base

According to Ballarini, rods like these flanked the entrance of huts where voodoo rituals took place.

Comparing literature

Ballarini, Roberto, The Perfect Form, On the track of African Tribal Currency, Milano 2009, p. 131, ill. 1.22

Africa

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