Baule Heddle Pulley

A very old and rare (because of the material) Baule double faced (Janus) heddle pulley from Côte d‘Ivoire, 15cm without base. It’s missing the inner wheel and spindle. Baule heddle pulleys are functional display objects used both as a tool on the loo

A very old and rare (because of the material) Baule double faced (Janus) heddle pulley from Côte d‘Ivoire, 15cm without base. It’s missing the inner wheel and spindle. Baule heddle pulleys are functional display objects used both as a tool on the loom to help ease the movement of the heddles when weaving, and also as display or prestige objects that demonstrates the carver’s artistic skill.

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