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Late 19th / Early 20th Century Fon Boccio

Offered by: PAGODA RED

Description
The Fon people are a major West African ethnic and linguistic group in the country of Benin and in southwest Nigeria. Their religion, Voudon, centers around a vast pantheon of gods and spirits, many of which are animals. This ferocious-looking creature is a boccio, a small figure carved of wood that was used in religious rituals. Lavished with offerings or called forth through sacred ceremonies performed by a priest, the boccio was called upon for individual protection or on behalf of the well being of an entire community. Resembling a dog or a lion, this masterfully carved boccio is detailed with large protruding eyes and the fearsome bared teeth of a guardian. // Depth: 21.0"

More Information

Period:	1900-1919
Condition:	Good.
Creation Date:	c. 1900
Styles / Movements:	Asian, Traditional
Dealer Reference #:	CAA1221
Incollect Reference #:	802497

Dimensions

W.	7 in;	H.	25 in;
W.	17.78 cm;	H.	63.5 cm;

Message from Seller:

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