Santa Muerte in Cedar 13" High X 4" Wide

Santa Muerte in Wood 13" High X 4" Wide.  The image of the Santa Muerte in wood in Santería and the Yoruba religion functions primarily as an amulet of protection, justice, and veneration of the energies of death, often syncretized as Centella Ndoki (in Palo Mayombe) or associated with the forces of Ikú. It serves for protection, attraction of prosperity, and transmutation of energy.

• Protection and Power: It is invoked as a powerful protector that guards the home and its faithful from dangers, envy, and enemies.
• Link with Palo Mayombe: The figure is used to handle the energy of the spirits and is associated with the mastery of the winds and the cemetery gate.
• Syncretism and Devotion: Unlike traditional Santería centered on Orishas, some practitioners incorporate Santa Muerte (often in wood due to its earthly connection) for quick favors or personal protection.
• Use as an Amulet: Being made of wood, it is considered an object that can be "charged" or "consecrated" to personalize its power in pacts or specific petitions.