{"product_id":"vintage-west-african-ewe-carved-wood-ritual-wand-figure-anthropomorphic-art","title":"Vintage West African Ewe Carved Wood Ritual Wand Figure Anthropomorphic Art","description":"\u003cp\u003eOverview\u003cbr\u003eThis remarkable vintage West African carved wooden wand is attributed to the Ewe tradition of the Ghana and Togo borderlands. Topped with a stylized anthropomorphic figure featuring an expressive, carved face and flowing striated coiffure, the piece tapers into a slender, pointed shaft. Displaying clean geometric lines reminiscent of early Modernist sculpture, this piece makes a striking accent for Tribal Art collections, Wabi-Sabi spaces, or Modern Primitive gallery displays. Please note: The metal display stand is for staging presentation only and is not included.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCultural \u0026amp; Artistic Background\u003cbr\u003eIn Ewe material culture, carved wooden wands, stakes, and staffs serve important ritual, divinatory, and protective functions within shrine contexts. Often carved to embody ancestral spirits or protective guardians, these implements feature stylized human forms with distinctive facial features and vertical hair grooves typical of regional coastal carving traditions. The warm, honey-toned timber and minimalist silhouette reflect a harmonious blend of spiritual symbolism and refined West African handcraftsmanship.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCondition \u0026amp; Surface Character\u003cbr\u003e• Solid structural condition throughout the single-block hardwood carving.\u003cbr\u003e• Smooth, hand-sanded surface with a warm, golden-amber patina and subtle natural wood grain.\u003cbr\u003e• Clean, intact features with light, authentic handling wear along the tapered tip.\u003cbr\u003e• Metal presentation stand shown in display images is not included.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDimensions \u0026amp; Weight\u003cbr\u003e• Height: 10.8 inches\u003cbr\u003e• Width: 1.2 inches\u003cbr\u003e• Depth: 1.0 inch\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Belle Afrik Arts","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":60049610572062,"sku":"BA-0668","price":65.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1081\/5176\/7326\/files\/il_fullxfull.8369289532_jjcq.jpg?v=1790371793","url":"https:\/\/belleafrikarts.com\/products\/vintage-west-african-ewe-carved-wood-ritual-wand-figure-anthropomorphic-art","provider":"Belle Afrik Arts","version":"1.0","type":"link"}