Spoon (1) - Wood - Gabon - 1st half 20th century

PUNU Soothsayer's Spoon These rare spoons were used by soothsayers-healers to administer potions to patients ritually. The handle is formed by a fine statuette of an ancestor woman, guarantor of its protection and its effectiveness. Its abundant hair testifies to its vital force. Its large eyes express its internalized contact with the spirit world. Beautiful natural patina of the wood. Provenance : Private Belgian collection Certification on request Shipping : Insured, tracked and traced Pick up possible at our gallery in Brussels (Sablon)