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The Senoufos are an ethnic group living mainly in Ivory Coast, Mali and Burkina Faso. They are renowned for their rich artistic tradition, including sculptures, masks and ritual objects. The wooden pestle statue is an emblematic piece of Senufo art, often used in ceremonial contexts. They are carved from hardwood, often teak or mahogany, chosen for their durability and ability to be finely detailed. The statue often rests on a large base, sometimes in the shape of a pestle, used to grind grains or herbs during rituals. Senoufo pestle statues are not only objects of art; they are imbued with deep symbolic meanings and play a crucial role in Senufo culture. The female form of statues is often associated with fertility and abundance. They are used in rituals to ensure the fertility of fields and women. These statues are considered guardians, protecting communities from evil spirits and negative influences. The sculptures are visual supports for the transmission of Senufo myths, legends and traditions, playing an educational role for younger generations. Pestle statues have a dual function: they serve as ritual tools and sacred objects in Senufo ceremonies. During ceremonies, the base of the statue is used to grind cereals, herbs or medicinal plants. The ritual pestle is a symbolic act of transformation and renewal. They are often used in funeral rituals to help guide the souls of the deceased to the afterlife and to protect the living. Statues also play a role in rites of passage, such as initiations, marking important milestones in the lives of individuals and the community. The creation of a Senufo pestle statue requires great technical mastery and a deep understanding of cultural symbolisms. Artisans use traditional tools to carve the intricate details. The precision of facial features, hairstyles and body details shows refined artistic work. Statues are often polished and sometimes stained or painted to accentuate details and designs. The natural patina developed over time adds an aesthetic and historical dimension. Some statues are decorated with pearls, shells or plant fibers, adding decorative and symbolic elements. Senoufo pestle statues are highly appreciated in the art world for their unique aesthetic and symbolic richness. They are present in numerous private and museum collections around the world, testifying to the importance of Senufo art in African cultural heritage. As works of art, Senoufo pilon statues illustrate the craftsmanship of the artisans and the depth of the community's spiritual beliefs. They represent a harmonious fusion of functionality and symbolism, embodying essential aspects of Senoufo life while offering unparalleled visual beauty and cultural richness.Product specifications
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The Senoufos are an ethnic group living mainly in Ivory Coast, Mali and Burkina Faso. They are renowned for their rich artistic tradition, including sculptures, masks and ritual objects. The wooden pestle statue is an emblematic piece of Senufo art, often used in ceremonial contexts. They are carved from hardwood, often teak or mahogany, chosen for their durability and ability to be finely detailed. The statue often rests on a large base, sometimes in the shape of a pestle, used to grind grains or herbs during rituals. Senoufo pestle statues are not only objects of art; they are imbued with deep symbolic meanings and play a crucial role in Senufo culture. The female form of statues is often associated with fertility and abundance. They are used in rituals to ensure the fertility of fields and women. These statues are considered guardians, protecting communities from evil spirits and negative influences. The sculptures are visual supports for the transmission of Senufo myths, legends and traditions, playing an educational role for younger generations. Pestle statues have a dual function: they serve as ritual tools and sacred objects in Senufo ceremonies. During ceremonies, the base of the statue is used to grind cereals, herbs or medicinal plants. The ritual pestle is a symbolic act of transformation and renewal. They are often used in funeral rituals to help guide the souls of the deceased to the afterlife and to protect the living. Statues also play a role in rites of passage, such as initiations, marking important milestones in the lives of individuals and the community. The creation of a Senufo pestle statue requires great technical mastery and a deep understanding of cultural symbolisms. Artisans use traditional tools to carve the intricate details. The precision of facial features, hairstyles and body details shows refined artistic work. Statues are often polished and sometimes stained or painted to accentuate details and designs. The natural patina developed over time adds an aesthetic and historical dimension. Some statues are decorated with pearls, shells or plant fibers, adding decorative and symbolic elements. Senoufo pestle statues are highly appreciated in the art world for their unique aesthetic and symbolic richness. They are present in numerous private and museum collections around the world, testifying to the importance of Senufo art in African cultural heritage. As works of art, Senoufo pilon statues illustrate the craftsmanship of the artisans and the depth of the community's spiritual beliefs. They represent a harmonious fusion of functionality and symbolism, embodying essential aspects of Senoufo life while offering unparalleled visual beauty and cultural richness.Product specifications
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