Dimitri André

African Art Auction (Private collection)

Ancient loom pulley from the Senufo culture of Ivory Coast, carved with the head of a hornbill. It was used in traditional weaving and often features a deep patina due to prolonged use. The hornbill is an important spiritual symbol for the Senufo people, regarded as a protector and representative of spiritual strength.
The piece exhibits incised decorative details, such as geometric friezes. Natural patina from use.
Height: 20 cm.

Antigua polea de telar de la cultura Senufo de Costa de Marfil, tallada con la cabeza de un ave calao. Se utilizaba en el tejido tradicional y a menudo presenta una pátina profunda debido al uso prolongado. El ave calao es un símbolo espiritual importante para el pueblo Senufo, considerado un protector y representante de la fuerza espiritual.
La pieza exhibe detalles decorativos incisos, como frisos geométricos. Pátina natural de uso.
Altura: 20 cm.

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Senufo - Côte d'Ivoire

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Antique Senufo loom pulley from Ivory Coast, carved in wood with the head of a hornbill, 20 cm high, with a natural patina from use and originally authentic, sold without a stand.

Senufo - Côte d'Ivoire

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Antique Senufo loom pulley from Ivory Coast, carved in wood with the head of a hornbill, 20 cm high, with a natural patina from use and originally authentic, sold without a stand.

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