SD AN ENCRUSTED DOUBLE SIDED MAGICAL POUCH FROM BENIN (No 1660 ) Adornment Women artisans stitch in the

Women artisans stitch in the geometrical resist design pattern

Embossed with old metal studs and a graphic pattern

The carving style is classically semi abstract

This is a dramatic cowrie shell and leatherfetish necklace from the Fon people of Benin

The patina is well developed with anice satin sheen

SD AN ENCRUSTED DOUBLE SIDED MAGICAL POUCH FROM BENIN (No 1660 ) Adornment Women artisans stitch in theThis is a talismanic pouch power object fromthe Ewe tribe of Benin. Has talismans con cealed inside the pouch and has them en crusted on the outside and seed pods onother side. The patina has remnants of cere monial libations. Good collectable condition,some distress only. We guarantee this itemhas been tribally used. Height approx 24cm.