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Ah yes....Legba personified. I met this "deity" at one of the ceremonies for the Sakpata cult. They were many in number and Legba had to be present. he is found in many parts of West Africa from NIgeria to Ghana and has many forms and functions, not the least of which is the guardian of the crossroads, entrances to most villages and even guarding the entrances to many houses.
I got this picture because he asked for it. He signaled me out and through an interpreter, asked me if I was okay and if everything was alright in my life and then asked if I had anything for him. I asked what he woould like and he said to have his picture taken.....so here it is.
And yes, that is a large wooden phallus in front him.
Agbomey, Benin, March 2009
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