Makonde Ceramic Fetish Doll

Small head, big ears, and a face worth a second glance.

This fetish doll was made by Makonde artisans of Tanzania, East Africa, in terra cotta in the late 19th or early 20th century. Figures of this kind are often associated with protective or healing power. It stands on two short, bent legs with its feet turned slightly outward. The face has a long nose and round eyes under prominent, rounded ears. One arm is pushed forward with a clenched hand and the other curls at the chest. The clay is the color of old sand.

About 8 inches tall. It looks like it is about to ask for a favor.