Black Voodoo Doll

 Measures 6"x5".  The black voodoo doll in the context of Afro-Cuban magic and spirituality (sometimes associated with Palo Mayombe rather than traditional Yoruba Santería) is primarily used to influence a person's will, whether to bind someone in love, perform intense cleansings to eliminate negative energies, or in domination work. 

• Purpose of the Black Color: It is used to absorb, block, or ward off negative energies, as well as for protection or domination work.
• How It Works: It acts as a "spirit" or representative of the target person (known as an eggun or nfuiri), into which pins or other elements are driven to bind, subdue, or change their behavior.
• Materials: It is usually "charged" with personal items such as clothing, fluids, or the individual's full name to strengthen the connection.
• Use: It is often buried in specific places (cemeteries, near the person's house) to seal the work