A bronze Senufo Peacock Divination Ring Ivory Coast - Second half 20th century This type of ring is not intended to be worn daily but rather is brought to the diviner by the person consulting him. Daily life for the Senufo people revolves around the religious rituals that enable them to placate the deities they respect and fear through means of divination practices and the wearing of specially crafted bronze jewelry. The Sandogo is an authoritative women’s social order responsible for sustaining positive relationships with the spiritual world through divination and for protecting the purity of each kinship group. The Sandobele are diviners within the Sandogo society who diagnose and resolve issues within the community. These rings are created using the old tradition of the “lost wax” process, each piece is original and unique as the mold is destroyed after each casting. Height = 8 cm Length= 14 cm Width = 7.5 cm Weight = 120 g In good condition. Normal traces of age and use. For a good impression, please watch all photos carefully. Insured shipping. Can also be collected in Ghent, Belgium.