Baoule heddle pulley - SOLD OUT
Usual object of African art intended for spinning textiles.
In the Ivory Coast, among the Dan, the Baoulé, the Gouro and the Yahouré, we find weaving loom pulleys in human or animal form.
Here it is a female bust. The face is remarkably chiseled with scarifications and a lot of detail. Beautiful dark patina. Ringed neck.
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Data sheet
- Presumed dating
- Mid XXth century
- Size
- 27 x 8 cm
- Ethnic group
- Material(s)
- Wood
- Country
- Origin
- Tribal art collection France
- Condition
- Excellent
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Usual object of African art intended for spinning textiles.
In the Ivory Coast, among the Dan, the Baoulé, the Gouro and the Yahouré, we find weaving loom pulleys in human or animal form.
Here it is a female bust. The face is remarkably chiseled with scarifications and a lot of detail. Beautiful dark patina. Ringed neck.