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BeiriDescription
This Fang style reliquary guardian figure, standing at 12 inches tall (with the figure itself measuring 4.5 inches), is a remarkable example of the artistic tradition of the Fang people of Central Africa. The Fang are known for their distinctive and expressive guardian figures, which were placed atop containers holding the relics of important ancestors. These figures were believed to protect the relics and ensure the well-being of the community.