Shaman’s “Osanyin” Alter Staff

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An Osanyin staff is used by a shaman for divination & to ward off malevolence. It creates a sacred space for the spirit Osanyin to fortify the herbal remedies.
Hand-Forged Iron.
Mounted On A Base Of Hardwood & Solid Brass.

Yoruba, Nigeria.
Circa 1900.

Sizes/Dimensions: Height On Stand: 30.50” Diameter: 9.00”