African Fon Peoples Asen Altar from Benin with Black Metal Stand

A detailed Asen Altar from the Fon peoples made from strip iron on a circular platform depicting a human figure surrounded by trees, chameleons, and birds. The rim is pierced for iron bells with two remaining. The platform is supported by six posts and a central iron rod and also has a freestanding custom metal base newly powder coated flat black.

Genuine, ritually used work of art from the Fon peoples that would provide interest in a variety of spaces from an entry to a great room to a hallway. This piece would work in a variety of interior settings from Wabi Sabi to Organic Modern, or Tribal to Folk Art.  

Place of Origin: Benin  

Date of Manufacture: early/mid-20th Century

Condition: Very Good

Wear: The entire object is very detailed, has heavy oxidation and several areas are misshapen due to age and use. Please refer to pictures.

Dimensions:

Staff: 40.5 in. H (Total), 17 (Top Decorative Portion) X 15 in. Diam.

Base: 8 in. L X 8 in. W X .25 in. H / Total: 41 in. H

Reference: The Met