Figurative heddle pulley - Baule - Ivory Coast
  • Figurative heddle pulley - Baule - Ivory Coast
  • Figurative heddle pulley - Baule - Ivory Coast
  • Figurative heddle pulley - Baule - Ivory Coast
  • Figurative heddle pulley - Baule - Ivory Coast

Baule figurative heddle pulley - SOLD OUT

Weaving in African tribal art

The pulleys of pulleys of looms are objects that exist throughout West Africa where weaving was practiced. Generally, these African stirrups are surmounted by an anthropomorphic or animal head which makes it possible to identify more precisely the ethnic group from which they come. They are called Konantré.

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Data sheet

Presumed dating
Mid XXth century
Ethnic group
Baoulé / Baulé
Country
Ivory Coast
Origin
Tribal art collection France

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