These Namji dolls from Cameroon are carried as good luck during the hunt and they are also to promote fertility. The concept of fertility is highly valued in African societies as being the essence of life. It is deeply rooted in customs and behavior, and appears in endless variations in African sculpture. Fertility dolls have various purposes and multiple meanings. They are used as toys with special significance, as charms to enhance women’s childbearing ability, as sympathetic medicine to aid barren women and impotent men, and for education purposes. Sculptors freely interpret the characteristics of the dolls. Namji dolls are considered among the finest and most beautiful in Africa.
A wonderful and unique gift or home décor idea.
Measures approx. 7" in height
Materials - A combination of Metal, Stone Beads, Plastic Beads, Cowrie Shell, Wood, and String is used to handcarve each Namji Doll. All our dolls are installed and secured on a wooden, black base.
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