Pulley Stirrup Of A Weaving Loom Animated With A Kpeliyé'e Face Mask, Senufo Culture
WEAVING LOOM PULLEY BRACKET decorated with a Kpeliyé'e facial mask
Senufo culture, Ivory Coast
First quarter of the 20th century
Wood
H: 19; W: 9 cm
Translated as “beautiful face” or “perfect face,” the Kpeliyé'e mask is rich in detail and characterized by an oval face, half-closed eyes—symbolizing spiritual wisdom—a small, expressive mouth, two ears, a pair of “little legs” beneath them, and two incised protuberances at the top.
This mask refers to the initiation and funeral rituals of the Poro.
Provenance:
- Nolte Collection, Munich, Germany.
- German private collection.
Text and photos © FCP CORIDON
No. 44 of the exhibition "PULLEYS, these suspended sculptures."
Senufo culture, Ivory Coast
First quarter of the 20th century
Wood
H: 19; W: 9 cm
Translated as “beautiful face” or “perfect face,” the Kpeliyé'e mask is rich in detail and characterized by an oval face, half-closed eyes—symbolizing spiritual wisdom—a small, expressive mouth, two ears, a pair of “little legs” beneath them, and two incised protuberances at the top.
This mask refers to the initiation and funeral rituals of the Poro.
Provenance:
- Nolte Collection, Munich, Germany.
- German private collection.
Text and photos © FCP CORIDON
No. 44 of the exhibition "PULLEYS, these suspended sculptures."
1 600 €
Period: 20th century
Style: Tribal Art
Condition: En l'etat
Reference (ID): 1646904
Availability: In stock
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