Items Similar to Dan Prestige Wood Spoon with Legs, Ivory Coast, West Africa on custom base
Want more images or videos?
Request additional images or videos from the seller
1 of 10
Dan Prestige Wood Spoon with Legs, Ivory Coast, West Africa on custom base
About the Item
Dan carved wood prestige spoon or ladle, from the Dan people of Ivory Coast, West Africa. Spoons like this were used by the most prominent woman in the village as a sign of her power and generosity, it was used to distribute food.
Incised geometric pattern on back of bowl.
It is in good condition, appropriate for its age, use, and medium. Scuffs and nicks here and there along with signs of wear from traditional use.
Early to mid 20th century,
18 1/2" high, on custom metal stand 19 inches high.
- Dimensions:Height: 18.5 in (46.99 cm)Width: 2.5 in (6.35 cm)Depth: 2 in (5.08 cm)
- Style:Tribal (In the Style Of)
- Materials and Techniques:
- Place of Origin:
- Period:
- Date of Manufacture:Early-Mid-20th century
- Condition:Wear consistent with age and use. Minor losses. Minor structural damages. Minor fading. In appropriate condition for a used tribal object with wear, scratches and chips.
- Seller Location:Point Richmond, CA
- Reference Number:Seller: SM1038861stDibs: LU1778242989372
About the Seller
5.0
Platinum Seller
Premium sellers with a 4.7+ rating and 24-hour response times
Established in 1999
1stDibs seller since 2015
672 sales on 1stDibs
Typical response time: 1 hour
- ShippingRetrieving quote...Shipping from: Orinda, CA
- Return Policy
Authenticity Guarantee
In the unlikely event there’s an issue with an item’s authenticity, contact us within 1 year for a full refund. DetailsMoney-Back Guarantee
If your item is not as described, is damaged in transit, or does not arrive, contact us within 7 days for a full refund. Details24-Hour Cancellation
You have a 24-hour grace period in which to reconsider your purchase, with no questions asked.Vetted Professional Sellers
Our world-class sellers must adhere to strict standards for service and quality, maintaining the integrity of our listings.Price-Match Guarantee
If you find that a seller listed the same item for a lower price elsewhere, we’ll match it.Trusted Global Delivery
Our best-in-class carrier network provides specialized shipping options worldwide, including custom delivery.More From This Seller
View AllDan Janus Double Face Protective Kinde Charm, Ivory Coast, West Africa
Located in Point Richmond, CA
Dan Janus double faced protective Kinde charm, from the Dan people of Ivory Coast, West Africa. Used as a charm for protection, with two different faces to show the duality of the w...
Category
Mid-20th Century Ivorian Tribal Tribal Art
Materials
Wood
Baule Antelope Human Wood Old Heddle Loom Pulley Ivory Coast Africa
Located in Point Richmond, CA
Baule antelope-human wood old weaving heddle loom pulley. From Ivory Coast, Africa
It is in good condition with wear, polish and erosion from traditional use, appropriate for its ag...
Category
Mid-20th Century Ivorian Tribal Tribal Art
Materials
Wood
Baule Standing Female Figure With Scarifications Hands Ivory Coast Africa
Located in Point Richmond, CA
Baule Standing Female Figure with finely carved raised scarifications, hands on side of stomach with long figures. From Ivory Coast, Africa
It is in good condition with wear, polis...
Category
Mid-20th Century Ivorian Tribal Tribal Art
Materials
Wood
Early 20th Century Male Baule Figure, Ivory Coast, Africa
Located in Point Richmond, CA
Early 20th century male baule figure, ivory coast, Africa
A stylistically pleasing sculpture of a spiritual spouse (blolo bian) from the Baule culture....
Category
Early 20th Century Ivorian Other Tribal Art
Materials
Wood
Angular Cubist Dan Kran Mask Open Mouth Triangle Eyes Ivory Coast Africa
Located in Point Richmond, CA
Great Angular Cubist Dan Kran Mask with expressive open mouth with metal teeth, triangle eyes and projecting angular cheeks. From Ivory Coast, West Africa...
Category
Mid-20th Century Ivorian Tribal Tribal Art
Materials
Wood
Pair West African Incised Iron and Copper Axe Form Currency Pieces Custom Mounts
Located in Point Richmond, CA
A pair of West African incised iron and copper wire axe form currency pieces. On custom mounts. In the form of a ritual axe, which in many parts of Africa was carried over the shoul...
Category
Mid-20th Century North African Tribal Tribal Art
Materials
Iron
You May Also Like
African Goli Style Tribal Mask Mounted on a Custom Steel Base
By Baule Tribe
Located in Stamford, CT
Highly decorative African hand carved mask, in the style of a Goli tribal mask, Baule People, Ivory Coast. Mounted on a custom steel base.
Measures: 23.75 inches high (including sta...
Category
20th Century Ivorian Tribal Tribal Art
Materials
Wood
African Bird Mask From The Dan Tribe, Ivory Coast, early 1900
Located in Bilzen, BE
Ancient African mask from the Dan Tribe (Ivory Coast, Africa).
Beautiful patina inside and out, in good condition with traces of tribal use.
Ex. French private collection.
Ex. Dutch...
Category
Early 20th Century Ivorian Tribal Tribal Art
Materials
Wood
African Baule statue Mother with Childs, Ivory Coast mid XXem
Located in Paris, FR
African Baule statue Mother with child, Ivory Coast mid XXem
Provenance: Swedish private collection, from the 1980s. Then inherited within the family.
B...
Category
Mid-20th Century Ivorian Tribal Tribal Art
Materials
Glass, Wood
DAN Spoon, Ivory Coast, Early 20th.C. Ex Collection Paolo Morigi of Lugano.
Located in Encino, CA
Dan Spoon, Côte d’Ivoire (Ivory Coast)
Wood, early 20th century
H.17" x W.4" x D.2" without the stand
H.20" x 3"1/4 x D.4"1/8 with the stand
Provenance: Ac...
Category
Early 20th Century Tribal Art
Materials
Wood
Kuba Beaded Laket Prestige Cap
By Kuba
Located in Chicago, IL
This petite cone-shaped cap, known as laket, was created by an artisan of the Kuba peoples of the Democratic Republic of the Congo. The base is made of a simple woven raffia fabric, ...
Category
Mid-20th Century Congolese Tribal Mounted Objects
Materials
Shell, Fabric
African mask Yaure tribe Ivory Coast Circa 1950
Located in Paris, FR
African mask from Yaure tribe in Ivory Coast Circa 1950. Beautiful dark patina.
Swedish private collection, from the 1980s then inherited within the family.
Yaure tribe art is renow...
Category
Mid-20th Century Ivorian Tribal Tribal Art
Materials
Wood
Recently Viewed
View AllMore Ways To Browse
Vintage Ladle Spoon
Mid Century Spoon
Ivory People
West African Furniture
Pattern On The Spoon
Spoon Carved
Ivory Bowl
Wood Ladle
Ivory Spoon
Vintage Metal Ladle
Patterned Bed
Shadow Lamps
Wood Carved Table With Marble Top
1920s Art Deco Rug
1960 Danish Modern Teak Chairs
Art Deco Round Table
Flower Wall Lights
French Bronze 19th Century Lamp