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SENUFO HEDDLE PULLEY - IVORY COAST AFR07400 MESURMENTS - Hight 18,5cm 7 1/4inches DISCRIPTION The Senufo refer to the hornbill as the "master among the birds" because of its sexuality (phallus-like beak) and intelligence. "Master," as a title in the men's Poro society, connotes intelligence, creativity, and mastery of a particular skill, such as weaving. painted wooden surface with shiny age patina and fine encrustation. PROVENANCE - Privat French collection |
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