Bakota Reliquary Figure

Beautiful example of African metal and wire basket weave work over wood in this reliquary figure. These types of ritual pieces were placed in baskets containing bones of ancestors to ward off evil spirits. This outstanding work is a sculpture of timeless importance.

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edAfrica
Wood, Brass on a patinae steel base
20th Century
L 8" x D 5.5" x H 26"
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