FON FETISH 25
Photographs © Tim Hamill
FON, FETISH 25, 10"h. x 17.5"w. x 6.5"
d., $600, SOLD, 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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