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Description
These nice Lobi figures (also called "Bateba") could be placed in the family altar and were used to revere spirits known as "Thil". With one or two hands in the air, also known as “Ti Puo”, protects the family from any harm from the spiritual world.
Provenance: Private collection. F.d.G in NL / Tribal Art Treasures
Specifications
- 20th century
- Origin: Burkina Faso
- Good condition
- Ethnic group: Lobi
- Materials: Wood
- Weight: 780 grams including stand
- Dimensions: 17 x 7.5 x 47.5 cm
- Amount (in stock): 1
- Damage: Splits
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