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Large African Wooden Dan Ceremonial Ladle

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Large African Wooden Dan Ceremonial Ladle

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West Africa, Côte d'Ivoire or Liberia, Dan peoples, ca. 19th to mid-20th century CE. A large, dark, wooden ceremonial ladle (wakemia or wunkirmian, "spoon associated with feasts"), with a handle in the shape of twin legs with knees together, suggesting the knee structure of antelope. Dan artisans, when crafting these objects, looked for inspiration to the natural world, and then would go beyond that, into abstraction. Legs like these are a rarer form than heads. The ownership of these ladles showed the prestige of individual women in the society, symbolic of her generosity. Size: 6.75" W x 25" H (17.1 cm x 63.5 cm)

Provenance: Ex - Private CA collection, Ex E. Woelfer collection

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Condition

Dark wood patina, with some surface wear;

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Large African Wooden Dan Ceremonial Ladle

Name: Large African Wooden Dan Ceremonial Ladle
SKU: 48152279
Price: 250 USD
Availability: InStock

Estimate $400 - $600

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