Baule-Style Female Figural Sling Shot from Ivory Coast/Côte d’Ivoire

Baule-style hand-carved sling shot from the Ivory Coast. This example features a female effigy and is presented on a custom black metal stand. It is in excellent vintage condition considering age and wear and would be suitable to stand alone or be part of a larger collection with other West African wooden carvings. Display in a office, bedroom or study on a bookshelf or side table in any décor. Create a collection - please see our other product listings. 

Place of Origin: Ivory Coast/Côte d’Ivoire

Date of Manufacture: late-20^th Century

Condition: Very Good 

Wear: Consistent with age. Please refer to pictures.

Dimensions:

Carved Piece: 7.5 in. H X 3.13 in. W X 1.13 in. D

Base: 4 in. W X 2 in. D X .25 in. H / Total: 8.25 in. H  

Reference: The Met, Baltimore Museum of Art, Brooklyn Museum, and the Chazen Museum at the University of Wisconsin - Madison.