Voodoo statue with rests of polychrome, Fon pepople
Title: Voodoo statue with rests of polychrome, Fon pepople, Benin
Maker: coll.Klaus Paysan
Origin: Benin
Dimension: 27.7 x 8 x 7.5
Material: Wood
Additional Informatioon: A wooden voodoo statue with remnants of polychrome and a beaded waistband, made be the Fon people. The wood has developped a crusted patina and there is some chipping on the left foot. Dated to the middle of the 20th century. Provenance: This item stems from the collection of Klaus Paysan (1930-2011), who was a German photographer and author. Paysan first visited the African continent in 1961. With a never ending interest and a deep passion he researched and collected tribal art on more than 100 trips. He always approached people with deep respect for the local customs and taboos. This respect and a great will to help were the basis for close friendships and several honorary titles in African families and secret societies. This closeness opened Klaus Paysan's door to an Africa that remains hidden to foreigners. All items are sold without display stands, except when the base is fixed to the object. Some objects might not remain balanced without a display stand or base. This item will be packed with the utmost care and shipped with DHL Express. If you buy multiple items, we will refund any surplus shipping costs.
Reserve: $525.00
Shipping:
Domestic: Flat-rate of $60.00 to anywhere within the contiguous U.S.
International: Foreign shipping rates are determined by destination.
Combined shipping: Please ask about combined shipping for multiple lots before bidding.
Location: This item ships from Belgium
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Title: Voodoo statue with rests of polychrome, Fon pepople, Benin
Maker: coll.Klaus Paysan
Origin: Benin
Dimension: 27.7 x 8 x 7.5
Material: Wood
Additional Informatioon: A wooden voodoo statue with remnants of polychrome and a beaded waistband, made be the Fon people. The wood has developped a crusted patina and there is some chipping on the left foot. Dated to the middle of the 20th century. Provenance: This item stems from the collection of Klaus Paysan (1930-2011), who was a German photographer and author. Paysan first visited the African continent in 1961. With a never ending interest and a deep passion he researched and collected tribal art on more than 100 trips. He always approached people with deep respect for the local customs and taboos. This respect and a great will to help were the basis for close friendships and several honorary titles in African families and secret societies. This closeness opened Klaus Paysan's door to an Africa that remains hidden to foreigners. All items are sold without display stands, except when the base is fixed to the object. Some objects might not remain balanced without a display stand or base. This item will be packed with the utmost care and shipped with DHL Express. If you buy multiple items, we will refund any surplus shipping costs.
Reserve: $525.00
Shipping:
Domestic: Flat-rate of $60.00 to anywhere within the contiguous U.S.
International: Foreign shipping rates are determined by destination.
Combined shipping: Please ask about combined shipping for multiple lots before bidding.
Location: This item ships from Belgium
Your purchase is protected:
Photos, descriptions, and estimates were prepared with the utmost care by a fully certified expert and appraiser. All items in this sale are guaranteed authentic.
In the rare event that the item did not conform to the lot description in the sale, Jasper52 specialists are here to help. Buyers may return the item for a full refund provided you notify Jasper52 within 5 days of receiving the item.
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