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African Tribal Art Baule Mouse Oracle Pot Côte d'Ivoire Carved Wood Diviner

$ 69.17

  • Country/Region of Manufacture: Côte d'Ivoire
  • Culture: African - Baule
  • Handmade: Yes

Description

African Tribal Art Baule Mouse Oracle Pot Côte d'Ivoire - Carved Wood Standing Bowl - Diviner Medicine Man Woman Measures approx 12.5” high and 7” Wide Please see all pictures. - It looks like the bottom has been filled in. The Baule Mouse Oracle Pot is a remarkable piece of African art that holds significant cultural and historical value. It is a small wooden container that was made by the Baule people, an ethnic group that resides in the central region of Côte d'Ivoire. The Baule are known for their intricate and beautifully crafted art pieces that reflect their deep cultural and spiritual beliefs. It is a divination tool used by Baule diviners to communicate with the spirit world. The diviner would place a live mouse inside the pot and then cover it with a lid. The mouse would move around inside the pot, indicating to the diviner what the answer to the question or problem was. The diviner would interpret the movements of the mouse to provide guidance to the person seeking help. 3 business days shipping and handling Thanks for looking