Western African, Guinea or Senegal Baga Serpent Sculptures on Custom Iron Stands
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Description
Western African, Guinea or Senegal Baga serpent sculptures on Custom Iron Stands
Offered for sale is a pair of outstanding Western African (Guinea) Baga society carved and painted wood serpent sculptures which symbolize protection. These sculptures were used and danced in ceremonies which are used to invoke, complement and grant one's requests for life bearing forces, for individuals, family and the community. Initiation ceremonies utilize these figures while facing the heavens referred to as "mantshonatshol" for protection using spiritual practices. They both exhibit signs of wear from use. - More Information
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Dimensions
W. 14 in; H. 91 in; D. 14 in; W. 35.56 cm; H. 231.14 cm; D. 35.56 cm;
Message from Seller:
Iconic Design Gallery was established by Alberto Guerrero in 1991 and focuses on bringing to it's client's a wide variety of furniture, fine art, sculpture, lighting, decorative objects and hard to find pieces. We are the definitive source for interior designers in South Florida. We have a large inventory of eclectic pieces that we source around the world.