Pulley Stirrup For A Weaving Loom, Animated By A Hornbill Head, Senufo Culture, Ivory Coast
WEAVING LOOM PULLEY BRACKET with HOOKED HEAD
Senufo culture, Ivory Coast
Late 19th–early 20th century
Wood
H: 18; W: 9 cm
Single-piece wooden pulley, carved with a stylized bird's head reminiscent of a hornbill, topped with a large carved crest. The bracket has two incised sawtooth friezes.
Old handwritten collection label: 42.
The hornbill is considered a true spiritual force and protector. It acts as a messenger between the world of the living and the spirit world. It is therefore a symbol of speech and the transmission of wisdom.
Text and photos © FCP CORIDON
No. 69 in the exhibition "PULLEYS, these suspended sculptures"
Senufo culture, Ivory Coast
Late 19th–early 20th century
Wood
H: 18; W: 9 cm
Single-piece wooden pulley, carved with a stylized bird's head reminiscent of a hornbill, topped with a large carved crest. The bracket has two incised sawtooth friezes.
Old handwritten collection label: 42.
The hornbill is considered a true spiritual force and protector. It acts as a messenger between the world of the living and the spirit world. It is therefore a symbol of speech and the transmission of wisdom.
Text and photos © FCP CORIDON
No. 69 in the exhibition "PULLEYS, these suspended sculptures"
1 400 €
Period: 19th century
Style: Tribal Art
Condition: En l'etat
Reference (ID): 1646826
Availability: In stock
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