Diviners are consulted about medical, psychological, professional, or other personal challenges. While diviners
often sought smaller spirit sculptures convenient to carry with them,
other diviners commissioned larger figurative sculptures and probably
stood on an altar. The caliber of the arts used in a diviner’s practice
shows their competence and accomplishment, and those of renown
often have the means to commission more ambitious works.
This figure
emphasizes fertility, most obvious in her rounded stomach.
Ex. Leonard Kahan Gallery, New York ( on receipt it states that it is early 19th century) and Ex. Christopher and Genevieve McConnell collection.
Cracks and repairs to arms, and wear and erosion throughout.
Height: 27 ¼" x Width: 5 ½" x Depth: 6" - The base is 3" x 6 ½" and the height on the base is 30 ¼".
