€ 150,00
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Fertility doll from the Namji people of Cameroon. The doll represents the child desired by everyone, and is at the same time a “women’s fetish doll” which has to ensure their fecundity.
Therefore, it has the power to fulfill a woman’s desire of giving birth.
It is also said that childless or milk-less women, touch or squeeze the dolls that fulfilled women’s desires so that their wishes become true.
Since the birth of a child has a significant incidence on the status of a couple, psychological blocks occur.
In fact, a woman without children is considered as an imperfect creature.
The doll is an artificial placebo enabling to unblock the situation.
Good condition with a colorful patina.
Provenance: Manfred Schäfer collection, ex- gallery owner from Ulm, Germany. Including custom made stand.
Object | Figure |
Ethnic group: | Namji |
Country: | Cameroon |
Material: | Bronze, Beads |
Estimated period: | Mid 20th century |
Sold with stand: | Yes |
Dimensions: | 30x17x7 cm |
Weight: | 1800 gram |
Condition: | Good condition, used with some signs of wear |
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