Oracle pot - Baule - Côte d'Ivoire (No reserve price)
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Pot à Oracle is a Baoulé wooden oracle box from Côte d'Ivoire, from a private collection, dating to the late 20th century and measuring 32 × 25 cm; it depicts a diviner examining the oracle.
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In Baoulé art, besides being used to refer to figures of begging monkeys, the term gbékré also appears in the name of gbékré sé, mouse oracles, with gbekre originally meaning “mouse.” The mistaken use of this term to designate baboons carrying bowls stems from a spelling error whose effects are still felt today.
This type of traditional box was used by a diviner, who placed twigs inside and added a live mouse.
He would put the lid back on, then reopen the box and interpret the position of the twigs. In this piece, the diviner is depicted standing, bent over the receptacle to examine what the oracles have to say.
Seller's Story
Totem Galerie– African Art Gallery is a space dedicated to the discovery and celebration of both traditional and contemporary African art. The gallery brings together a refined selection of sculptures, masks, ritual objects, and artworks from various African cultures and ethnic groups, reflecting the richness and diversity of artistic expression across the continent.
Each piece is chosen for its aesthetic quality, authenticity, and history, offering collectors, enthusiasts, and curious visitors an immersion into the symbolic and spiritual world of African art. Bridging tradition and modernity, Totem Galerie highlights ancient works full of meaning while also creating a dialogue with the contemporary creations of today’s African artists.
More than just a gallery, Totem Galerie is a cultural bridge where art becomes a medium of transmission, emotion, and universal dialogue.
Translated by Google TranslateIn Baoulé art, besides being used to refer to figures of begging monkeys, the term gbékré also appears in the name of gbékré sé, mouse oracles, with gbekre originally meaning “mouse.” The mistaken use of this term to designate baboons carrying bowls stems from a spelling error whose effects are still felt today.
This type of traditional box was used by a diviner, who placed twigs inside and added a live mouse.
He would put the lid back on, then reopen the box and interpret the position of the twigs. In this piece, the diviner is depicted standing, bent over the receptacle to examine what the oracles have to say.
Seller's Story
Totem Galerie– African Art Gallery is a space dedicated to the discovery and celebration of both traditional and contemporary African art. The gallery brings together a refined selection of sculptures, masks, ritual objects, and artworks from various African cultures and ethnic groups, reflecting the richness and diversity of artistic expression across the continent.
Each piece is chosen for its aesthetic quality, authenticity, and history, offering collectors, enthusiasts, and curious visitors an immersion into the symbolic and spiritual world of African art. Bridging tradition and modernity, Totem Galerie highlights ancient works full of meaning while also creating a dialogue with the contemporary creations of today’s African artists.
More than just a gallery, Totem Galerie is a cultural bridge where art becomes a medium of transmission, emotion, and universal dialogue.
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Ethnic group/ culture
Baule
Country of Origin
Côte d'Ivoire
Period
Late 20th century
Material
Wood
Condition
Excellent condition
Title of artwork
Oracle pot
Height
32 cm
Width
25 cm
Weight
1 kg
Provenance
Private collection
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