Lot n° 277
Estimation :
180 - 220
EUR
SÉNOUFO and DJIMINI, Republic of Côte d'Ivoire Set of three - Lot 277
SÉNOUFO and DJIMINI, Republic of Côte d'Ivoire Set of three loom pulley stirrups: one with a face whose chin ends in a bird's beak; another with a circular protrusion with incised decoration; and the last with an elongated face with a broad, long nose Wood, old brown and honey patina Height: 13.5 to 17.5 cm. 13.5 to 17.5 cm These pulley brackets were an integral part of the horizontal looms used by the Sénoufo and Djimini. In addition to their mechanical function, they were often carved with symbolic faces providing protection for the weaver.
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