Lot 186: An expressive Fon shrine figure

Fon, Republic of Benin; H: 7 1/2 inches

In the form of the head of a leopard or lion with open mouth, and finely carved and naturalistic eyes, snout and whiskers, the mouth open exposing teeth and a large tongue. Cowries and other empowering materials still affixed to the surface with fiber attached to the sides of the head. Fine crusty whited surface, mottled from use.

Provenance:
Ex. Herbert 'Skip" Cole, CA

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