Omolangidi" fertility doll in hardwood with dark patina, wit - Lot 164

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Omolangidi" fertility doll in hardwood with dark patina, wit - Lot 164
Omolangidi" fertility doll in hardwood with dark patina, with a trapezoidal body engraved with geometric motifs, topped by a thin head in profile, with large eyes and braided hair, the cheeks scarified. Presence of small nails and remains of fabric. Fine cracks, small missing pieces, eroded base. Both a toy and a symbolic representation that could serve as a substitute in the cult of twins. Height: 38 cm. - YORUBA - NIGERIA Exhibition "Dolls between rituals and traditions", Museum of the City of Montélimar, 2017
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