Four Namji Fertility Doll from Cameroon For Sale

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Four Namji Fertility Doll from Cameroon:
$550.00

Four Namji Fertility Doll from Cameroon.

Hand Carved Authentic Older Tribal Namji Fertility Doll from Cameroon Crafted from African Hardwood, Hide, Shell and Metal Discs

Circa: Mid-20th Century

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Condition: Very Good: The item is old with patination indicating age and use.

Figures such as this are given to brides at their wedding to promote fertility. They are made with potent charms and spells to ward off evil spirits and are also believed to promote healthy babies and prevent miscarriage. The bride will carry the doll on her back as she would a real baby in order to bring fertility. Once a child is conceived and born safey the doll is placed on the family altar until it is passed onto the eldest daughter at her wedding

Four Namji Fertility Doll from Cameroon

$550.00