Fetish statue, Keaka, Nigeria

Fetish statue, Keaka, Nigeria
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Statue featuring a standing figure. The legs, slightly bent, are small and stocky. The torso is long, with a prominent belly and navel. The arms are glued to the sides of the body, while the forearms are unstuck and encircle the abdomen. The head is reminiscent of a skull. The ears, nose and eyes are represented by cavities. The open mouth is represented by a recessed rectangle.
Keaka people, Nigeria or Cameroon
Hardwood, old thick sacrificial patina, old missing left foot.
Height: 26 cm
Middle 20th century
Provenance: Norbert Boutet Collection

Ref: R6P9EP9083

Ethnic group Kaka - Bakaka
Style Tribal Art (African Statues, Puppets, Dolls, Maternity of Tribal Art Style)
Period 20th century (African Statues, Puppets, Dolls, Maternity 20th century)
Country of origin Nigeria
Height (cm) 26
Shipping Time Ready to ship in 4-7 Business Days
Location 69620, Ternand, France
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