Montol Figure - SOLD OUT
The Goémai and the Montol live on the right bank of the river Benue. They used small statues with legs apart and hands spread. Members of the Komtin male secret society employed them in divination rites and healing ceremonies.
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Data sheet
- Presumed dating
- Mid XXth century
- Size
- 40 x 11 cm
- Ethnic group
- Material(s)
- Wood
- Country
- Origin
- Tribal art collection Belgium
- Condition
- Excellent
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The Goémai and the Montol live on the right bank of the river Benue. They used small statues with legs apart and hands spread. Members of the Komtin male secret society employed them in divination rites and healing ceremonies.