Lobi Antelope Figure

The Lobi hail from modern day Burkina Faso, Ivory Coast and also Ghana. Their culture has deep roots in animism and this double-faced antelope figure is an example of their Bateba. Such figures count as important objects in Lobi worship.

The antelope measures 13.75 inches high x 3.75 inches wide, approximately. It is carved in wood and is relatively light: 10 ounces, approximately. Overall condition is good. Loss to one antler.