Borana wooden stirrer – Ethiopia / Kenya – wood (No reserve price)
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Borana wooden stirrer from the Ethiopia–Kenya border area, attributed to the Borana, made of wood, 46 cm long, dating to the 1970s, collected in situ, authentic/original, in good condition, stand not included.
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Borana wooden stirrer – Ethiopia / Kenya – wood
Details
Origin: Ethiopia / Kenya
People: Borana, attributed
Type: Wooden stirrer
Material(s): Wood
Length: 46 cm
Period: 1970s
Provenance: Collected in situ by the present owner
Custom display stand: not included
Description
A fine wooden stirrer attributed to the Borana, from the Ethiopia / Kenya border area.
Objects of this type were used in a pastoral context, particularly for stirring milk or related preparations in wooden or gourd containers. Their long handle and carved terminal head made them practical everyday utensils, but many examples also have a strong sculptural quality.
This example is especially appealing for the careful execution of its upper part. The head is carved with radiating fins or blades, forming a small star-like structure. The carving is precise and well balanced, giving the object a strong graphic presence despite its modest function.
The long cylindrical shaft is sober and elegant, with a dark brown patina from age and repeated handling. The surface shows wear, small marks and traces of use, contributing to the ethnographic character of the piece.
A simple but very attractive Borana wooden stirrer, appreciated for its refined finned head, elegant proportions, old usage patina and understated sculptural presence.
Condition
Good condition overall, with wear, abrasions, scratches, small marks and surface irregularities consistent with age and use.
Old handling patina.
Minor age-related wear to the carved finial.
Please refer to the photographs.
Included
The stirrer only.
The display stand visible in the photographs is not included.
Seller's Story
For more than 30 years, I have collected African art with a focus on authenticity, symbolism, and refined craftsmanship.
Graduated as an engineer from École Centrale de Paris, I combine the rigor of my technical background with a lifelong passion for artistic expression and cultural heritage.
Founder of AS’ART (dedicated to contemporary handmade design) and Artifacts Gallery (devoted to ancient tribal art and ethnographic objects), I bring together two worlds: the vitality of today’s artisans and the timeless heritage of Africa’s past.
Every piece I present is chosen for its artistic quality, cultural significance, and emotional power.
Borana wooden stirrer – Ethiopia / Kenya – wood
Details
Origin: Ethiopia / Kenya
People: Borana, attributed
Type: Wooden stirrer
Material(s): Wood
Length: 46 cm
Period: 1970s
Provenance: Collected in situ by the present owner
Custom display stand: not included
Description
A fine wooden stirrer attributed to the Borana, from the Ethiopia / Kenya border area.
Objects of this type were used in a pastoral context, particularly for stirring milk or related preparations in wooden or gourd containers. Their long handle and carved terminal head made them practical everyday utensils, but many examples also have a strong sculptural quality.
This example is especially appealing for the careful execution of its upper part. The head is carved with radiating fins or blades, forming a small star-like structure. The carving is precise and well balanced, giving the object a strong graphic presence despite its modest function.
The long cylindrical shaft is sober and elegant, with a dark brown patina from age and repeated handling. The surface shows wear, small marks and traces of use, contributing to the ethnographic character of the piece.
A simple but very attractive Borana wooden stirrer, appreciated for its refined finned head, elegant proportions, old usage patina and understated sculptural presence.
Condition
Good condition overall, with wear, abrasions, scratches, small marks and surface irregularities consistent with age and use.
Old handling patina.
Minor age-related wear to the carved finial.
Please refer to the photographs.
Included
The stirrer only.
The display stand visible in the photographs is not included.
Seller's Story
For more than 30 years, I have collected African art with a focus on authenticity, symbolism, and refined craftsmanship.
Graduated as an engineer from École Centrale de Paris, I combine the rigor of my technical background with a lifelong passion for artistic expression and cultural heritage.
Founder of AS’ART (dedicated to contemporary handmade design) and Artifacts Gallery (devoted to ancient tribal art and ethnographic objects), I bring together two worlds: the vitality of today’s artisans and the timeless heritage of Africa’s past.
Every piece I present is chosen for its artistic quality, cultural significance, and emotional power.
Details
Sold with stand
No
Condition
Good condition
Title of artwork
Borana wooden stirrer – Ethiopia / Kenya – wood
Authenticity
Original/official
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