Old Senufo Deble Rhythm Pounder female sculpture

This is an older vintage wooden figure carved in the form of a woman by the Senufo people of West Africa and used as a “rhythm pounder” in certain rituals performed to promote the fertility of the

A tall highly stylized female ancestor sculpture or rhythm pounder (deble) from the Senufo people of the Ivory Coast. Carved from a very heavy and dense piece of wood, such figures were once a crucial

A tall carved wooden deble or "Rhythm Pounder" sculpture in female form with wonderfully stylized facial features. Senufo peoples, Ivory Coast, West Africa. The sculpture measures 45 inches tall ( 47

A tall slender female sculpture called a deble, which traditionally were used at Poro festivities, such as initiations and funerals. Deble are held by their upper arms and pounded on the ground to mar

Carved from a single piece of incredibly heavy and dense wood, with a highly stylized form and well handled surface patina. Senufo peoples, Cote D'Ivoire, West Africa. The sculpture measures 47 inches

A Pair of Senufo Figural Rhythm Pounders, 'Deble', the female figure mounted on a steal base, the male figure free-standing; heights: 53 1/4", 53". Provenance: Irv Fischer Collection, Michigan

This is a very nice Old Senufo female sculpture, Known as Deble, from Mali, Africa,Carved wood with well worn deep patina , obvious age and handling. Measures 31 inches tall.

Carved from a very heavy and dense wood with a stylized female form and some organic painted or dyed areas accenting the sculptures features. The Pounder measures 40.5 inches tall. Senufo peoples, Ivo

A huge " Deble" sculpture carved from a incredibly heavy dense wood with a nice well handled surface and some weathering on base. Traditionally used at funerals of important members of the community,

Carved wooden female ancestor sculpture from the Senufo peoples of West Africa. Wonderfully exaggerated style and form with a glossy black patina, incised tribal tattoos and linear designs. Such figur

A highly stylized carved wooden female effigy with wonderfully exaggerated facial features and form. Senufo peoples, Ivory Coast, Africa. The figure measures 12.25 ( 13.5 on wood base) Provenance: The

Carved from a single piece of incredibly heavy and dense wood, this is a very large and impressive sculpture of a female from the Senufo peoples, Cote D'Ivorie, West Africa. A tall statue with tribal

This is a very fine and vintage Senufo ancestor sculpture, Mali, Africa. Carved from a single piece of wood with a well handled and Oily patina, note the wonderful stylized face and form, a Gorgeous e

A tall carved wooden male form with zoomorphic form on top, various carved regalia and a nice weathered surface patina. A finely carved rhythm pounder (deble) from the Senufo people of the Ivory Coast

Carved wooden effigy of a seated female with stylized facial features, classic coiffure, pronounced breast, and weathered and well handled surface patina. SEnufo peoples, Ivory Coast, Africa. The figu

Two Similar Vintage Carved Wood Senufo People Rhythm Pounder SculpturesIvory Coast, Africa. 20th C.Each appx 5'7"

A fine old carved wooden female effigy with a classic face and form, well weathered and worn, signs of handling and wear. The Idol measures 24 inches tall ( 26 inches on display stand) Senufo peoples,

The figure of a young woman standing, feet enclosed in a cylindrical base, knees slightly bent, hands resting palms down on her stomach, arms held away from her body, long neck, impassive face with a

Massive African, Côte d'Ivoire carved wood figure; possibly a deble (rhythm pounder), of the Senufo people; H: 63 3/4" (approx.)

Massive African, Côte d'Ivoire carved wood figure; possibly a deble (rhythm pounder), of the Senufo people; H: 63 3/4" (approx.)

A carved wooden female Mother and child sculpture from the Senufo of Mali / Ivory Coast, West Africa. Carved wood with refined details and a highly stylized form. The female sculpture measures 14 inch

A very old carved wooden shrine irol with undeniable handling and field use over many years to develop a deep surface patina. The Sculpture has a raised central crest, classic facial features and prot

This is a finely carved old wood sculpture of a female effigy from the Senufo peoples of Mali / Ivory Coast, West Africa. Carved from a single piece of hard dense wood with highly stylized features an

A very well handled old carved wooden female effigy with a highly stylized form and undeniable well handled surface suggesting generations of field use. The sculpture measures 9.5 inches tall ( 10.5 i