Old Mossi,Burkina Faso,W. Africa Zoomorphic Stool old silver and turquoise jewelry

Old Mossi,Burkina Faso,W. Africa Zoomorphic Stool old silver and turquoise jewelryA fine and gentle patina that glows shows how treasured this stool was to its owner. Signs of decades of use can be seen in the softening of the wood and also in the grooves where the stool has been extensively and sensitivity carved. The designs are harmonious and balanced. The neck and head on the one side served many purposes including as a handle to carry the stool. A hallmark of African furniture is that is was carved form a single piece of wood

highly polished colored stones to create images

all hallmarks of authentic and quality African art to my mind

He is the most popular Kuladevata (family deity) in Maharashtra

Source:Wikipedia

The history and information is scarce on this subject and much more research is needed I believe on this genre of collecting

This stool is extremely dense and feels smooth with use

[1] He is also the patron deity of some warrior

Age: 19th C or earlie

A sewn label on the reverse identifies Dufy as the artist and that it was released by Edition

The sect of Khandoba has linkages with Hindu and Jain traditions

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