Heddle pulley with anthropomorphic head
Côte d'Ivoire, Baule
not available anymore
Size
H: 17 cm
H: 6.7 inch
Description
wood, brown patina, the head reminding of the “blolo bla/bian” figures of the Baule: fine grooved coiffure, well-balanced facial features, rich decor with scarifications at temples and neck, crossbar and bobbin missing, handwritten inscription in white paint on the inner side of the right leg: “4623 V.76”, slightly dam. (nose), abrasion of paint, cracks, traces of usage, base