Fly-whisks and staffs like this were prestige objects owned by a Baule village chief and other notable figures. During public ceremonies, whisks and staffs are brought out for display as a symbol of prestige. The staff is usually carved from wood and may be coated with gold leaf. Usually, the top of the staff features a symbol designed to convey specific messages about the owner's status and authority, or the message he, as a diplomat, is authorised to convey.
Fly-whisks and staffs like this were prestige objects owned by a Baule village chief and other notable figures. During public ceremonies, whisks and staffs are brought out for display as a symbol of prestige. The staff is usually carved from wood and may be coated with gold leaf. Usually, the top of the staff features a symbol designed to convey specific messages about the owner's status and authority, or the message he, as a diplomat, is authorised to convey.
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STAFF 1: 52 H x 10 W x 10 D cm STAFF 2 48 H x 10 W x 10 D cm STAFF 3: 45 H x 10 W x 10 D cm STAFF 4: 40 H x 10 W x 10 D cm Dimensions are inclusive of stands. |
