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African - Carved Wood Heddle Pulley

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Description

Lot 18
African
Carved Wood Heddle Pulley
wood
Carved wooden pulley surmounted by a female head mounted on wooden stand
without base: 10 x 3 x 3 1/2 inches

Additional Information:
Heddle pulleys were traditionally used in strip-weaving long narrow strips of cloth that were later sewn together to create a large textile

Provenance:
Property from the Estate of Rosa and Aaron Esman

Condition

overall good condition, with minor wear to patina

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African - Carved Wood Heddle Pulley

Name: African - Carved Wood Heddle Pulley
SKU: 173551799
Price: 250 USD
Availability: InStock

Estimate $300 - $500

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