Description
Senufo Madebele divination ring, representing the bush spirit, a powerful protective symbol.
Could also be identified as the work of the Toussian or other neighbouring ethnic groups.
Overall smooth patina resulting from handling, likely part of the diviner’s paraphernalia used in divination.
Its large diameter of 26mm suggests that it was not a ringto be worn.
Copper alloy, lost wax, early to mid 20th century.
Collected in Burkina Faso.
Inner diameter: 24 mm
Weight: 28,2 g
Ring size: 15-15 1/4 US