Magical head "ga sua"
Libéria, Kran
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Provenance
Emil Storrer, Zurich, SwitzerlandTaille
H: 20 cm (without feathers)
H: 7.9 inch (without feathers)
Description
clay, encrusted patina, cowrie shell eyes, metal teeth, spiral ornaments at the cheeks, tufts of animal hair, feather headdress, min. dam., fine cracks;
“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.