Heddle pulley with anthropomorphic head ·  Côte d'Ivoire, Guro · ID: 3035800

Description

wood, dark brown patina, hole in the parting, complete with bobbin and crossbar, min. dam., fine cracks, slight traces of abrasion, base;
heddle pulleys belong to the weavers and were passed on as appreciated heirloom within the family. Because of their private character, the weaver is allowed to define their form on his own.