Lot # 4 - Carved Wood African Heddle Pulley

Opening Bid : $ 5.00
Pickup Instructions: Pickup Dec 14 10-3
Start Date/Time: 02-Dec-2025 7:00:00 AM
End Date/Time: 09-Dec-2025 7:03:00 PM
Current bid:

$26.00

Highest bidder:

ATrueGem

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Description :

This is a hand-carved African heddle pulley, identified as originating from the Senufo culture of the Ivory Coast. Heddle pulleys are functional components used on narrow-band looms to ease the movement of the heddles during weaving. They were often embellished with intricate carvings, such as this hybrid human/animal figure, for aesthetic appreciation and to showcase the carver's skill. The piece has a rich, dark patina and is mounted on a custom wooden base for display. The specific example in the image dates from the first half of the 20th century and has an estimated value ranging from $2,500 to $3,500. 
Dimensions : 12 in H

Auction History

Highest bidder is ATrueGem

Date Bid User
04-Dec-2025 7:15:12 PM $26.00 ATrueGem
03-Dec-2025 9:02:14 AM $23.00 Wisewillow
03-Dec-2025 9:02:14 AM $22.00 Kenora12
02-Dec-2025 4:57:24 PM $21.00 Wisewillow
02-Dec-2025 4:57:24 PM $20.00 ATrueGem
02-Dec-2025 4:57:17 PM $11.00 Wisewillow
02-Dec-2025 4:57:17 PM $10.00 ATrueGem
02-Dec-2025 1:07:02 PM $6.00 Wisewillow
02-Dec-2025 9:16:17 AM $5.00 ATrueGem

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