deble - Senufo

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Julien Gauthier
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Description from the seller

Deble-A Rhythm Beater

Represents Ka-Tyeleo, the great goddess who presides over initiation ceremonies. The deble is used to purify the earth and to appeal to the souls of deceased ancestors to participate in the religious ceremony being celebrated, usually a funeral.
19th Century Wood Sculpture

Provenance: Mr. & Mrs. James Schramm Burlington, Iowa

The authenticity certificate is attached.

Seller's Story

Experts in Ancient African Art
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Deble-A Rhythm Beater

Represents Ka-Tyeleo, the great goddess who presides over initiation ceremonies. The deble is used to purify the earth and to appeal to the souls of deceased ancestors to participate in the religious ceremony being celebrated, usually a funeral.
19th Century Wood Sculpture

Provenance: Mr. & Mrs. James Schramm Burlington, Iowa

The authenticity certificate is attached.

Seller's Story

Experts in Ancient African Art
Translated by Google Translate

Details

Indigenous object name
deble
No. of items
1
Ethnic group/ culture
Senufo
Material
Wood
Sold with stand
Yes
Condition
Excellent condition
Height
105 cm
Width
30 cm
Depth
20 cm
SpainVerified
260
Objects sold
100%
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