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Heddle Pulley

Maker Unknown, Senufo (Siena)

MediumWood

Dimensions5 5/8” x 2 3/4” x 2 5/8”

Credit LineGift of the Herman Copen Trust

Object numberAF2002.0558.COP

DescriptionHeddle pulley representing the head of a bird at the top. The head is pierced for suspension, while the “legs” are pierced for the insertion of a rod and spool.

ClassificationsTools / Implements

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