In the religion that is named for him, Shango is considered by believers to be the most powerful god. He is manifested in fearsome thunderstorms, often resulting in stones appearing on the ground after a rainstorm. This may simply be the unearthing of large flat stones when the rainwater washes away surface soil.

Nevertheless, adherents of Shango beliefs attribute it to the force of Shango that creates thunder and lightning when Shango is offended.

Shango wands (oshe Shango) are used in ceremonial dances and as shrine objects. As with many objects associated with cults, the power is manifested only to believers. The objects themselves possess no known mystical power, good or evil, for non- believers.

Acquired in 1992 from Ali Sellah, who estimated the age at ca.1985. Maker unrecorded
14"tall x 3 1/2"w celt #AGX238

This is one of many that are in the collection of this owner. During the ownership, much of the documentation as to carver and previous owners has been lost or misplaced. They are offered with provenance certificates from Aboriginals Gallery