FON FETISHES

The fetishes below have been vetted as being authentic with signs of use and age.



 FON
Priest's staff 43
13.25" high x 3" wide
$1200

Ex: Jean-Jacques Mandel collection

 FON
Vodun Sculpture 44
8" high x 4" wide
$900

Ex: Jean-Jacques Mandel collection


 

 FON
Fetish 35
10.5" high
$800



 FON
Fetish 41

7" high
$600

FON
Fetish 2
26.5" high
$500

FON
Fetish 8
16.5" high
$500


FON
Fetish 9
16" high
$300

FON
Fetish 19
8.5" high
$600

 FON
Fetish 15
10.5" high
$400



FON STYLE FETISHES

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

 FON STYLE
Fetish 31
8" high
$300

 

FON STYLE
Fetish 29
14" high
$400

  FON STYLE
Fetish 27
10" high
SOLD



FON STYLE
Fetish 42
10.5" high
$600


Photographs © Hamill Gallery

FON, Fetishes, 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.

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