A West African Guinean Baga ceremonial ax. This object holds profound significance within the context of Baga society and its traditional practices. Ceremonial axes like this one often play an important role in Baga rituals and ceremonies. They hold spiritual, symbolic, or ritualistic meaning, serving as emblems of authority, power, or connection to ancestral spirits. The design and decoration of the ax carry unique symbolism that relates to the beliefs and traditions of the Baga people. Provenance: Private collection, New Jersey. African Tribal Ritual Artifacts For Collectors.