Item #516
Type of object: Old Ewe doll
Ethnic group: Ewe
Country of origin: Togo
Measurement: 8.5 x 5 x 22 cm
Materials: Wood
Weight: 140 grams
Overall Condition: Good
Damage, Repair: Wear and tear
This fine doll is made by the Ewe people in Togo, these dolls are also called "venovi" or "venavi". They usually carve twin figures and are used for protection after the death of a twin. These Twin figures were placed in a shrine and treated with much respect. In most cases the doll was cleaned and fed by the Ewe woman, and sometimes were even used as a child replacement doll.
Provenance: Private collection. F.d.G in NL