Shango is a religion of some Yoruba people of Nigeria. It takes its name from the principal god of believers, known for power and justice.

He is celebrated with ceremonial dances. Adherents of the cult dance with oshe Shango wands reflecting their supplication to Shango.

Carvers use many different elements to pay tribute, depending on their individual beliefs.

Many of these wands display partial nudity, a reflection of traditional attire for Yoruba natives. If this offends you, please skip this portion the website.

This is an uncharacteristically small wand, it may have been a personal object. Includes display stand. Maker and age are uncertain.

Like many objects associated with cults, power is manifested only to believers. The objects themselves possess no known mystical power, good or evil, for non-believers.

This wand was acquired in 1989 from Barrister's Gallery in New Orleans, LA. Much of the documentation as to provenance has been lost or misplaced.

It is offered with a Certificate of Provenance from Aboriginals Gallery. and a guarantee of satisfaction when you receive it.
6 1/2"high x 1 1/2"deep #AGA086

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