Lobi Tribe Leader Power Stick, Scepter

Beautiful power stick stick from the Lobi people of Burkina Faso representing a male. The handle has some decoration.

Command staffs or scepters have always been the insignia of African kings. 

The scepter was so important in symbolizing royal power that even when it was not in the hands of the sovereign, it was shown the respect due to the leader.

Date: 20th Century
Origin: Lobi
Country: Burkina Faso
Material: Wood
Height: 49 cm
Width: 32 cm