FON FETISHES 3

Despite their appearance and patina, most of these objects show no evidence of age or use and were probably made to be sold.

 

 FON
Fetish 35
10.5" high
$800

 FON
Fetish 29
14" high
$400

 

 FON
Fetish 30
9.5" high
$300

 

  FON
Fetish 31
8" high
$300

 

 FON
Fetish 32
8.5" high
$200

The figures below have been sold and are left here for reference and educational purposes.



  FON
Fetish 34
SOLD

 

  FON
Fetish 28
SOLD

 

  FON
Fetish 33
7.25", SOLD

Photographs © Tim Hamill

FON, FETISHES 3, Republic of Benin

The Fon fetishes are believed to have powers to protect the owner and his family from misfortune and evil spirits. They are often used on altars and annointed with sacrifices.

Despite their appearance and patina, most of these objects show no evidence of age or use and were probably made to be sold.

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