Power Object (bocio) Date Unknown

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"Power Object (bocio)" is a wooden sculpture by Fon, a contemporary artist of the Bocio people from the Republic of Benin. This intricately carved sculpture, currently on display at the Minneapolis Institute of Art, depicts a group of figures and is richly adorned with various objects, reflecting the artist's cultural heritage. The use of wood, textiles, and other materials in this piece showcases traditional African art and highlights the significance of the Bocio people's cultural beliefs and practices.

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minneapolisinstituteofart about 1 year ago

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For the West African Fon people and their neighbors, reality consists of complexly interwoven vital powers that emanate from gods, spirits, and ancestors. Followers of the Vodun religion believe that these sacred forces can be placated, domesticated, and even manipulated through the use of objects. Vodun objects, like this elaborate figure, are often displayed on a small platform in plain view in a public courtyard. They function as temporary abodes of the sacred forces, that ward off evil and provide aid and protection.