Description

Bambara wood twins amulet.
The cult of twins is prominent among various ethnic groups of West Africa.
Representations of deceased twins are not uncommon, acting as a fetish in their memory.
Rich patina, mid to late 20th century.
Collected in the region of Segou, Mali.

Length: 11 cm (4 3/8″)
Width: 4,2 cm (1 5/8″)

Fetish : is the worship of an inanimate object for its magical powers.