Description:

Africa, Ivory Coast (Côte d'Ivoire). Of abstract humanoid form with elongated arms; made of a wood core and wrapped in rough-textured fabric (with sacrificial traces), the facial features made of applied cowries. Overall with spotted pigmentation and feather remains on head. Size: 28"H. The kafigelejo represents a spiritual being or an oracle, said to have awesome power in judging, punishing and imposing sentencing. The kafigelejo is said to be able to detect violation of unwritten rules of society and misdoing against single village inhabitants and to unmask the offender. Its name literally means "tell the truth." Provenance: Ex-private NYC, NY collection. All items legal to buy/sell under U.S. Statute covering cultural patrimony Code 2600, CHAPTER 14, and are guaranteed to be as described or your money back. A Certificate of Authenticity will accompany all winning bids. #102684

  • Condition: Arms a bit loose, else excellent

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