SLING or SLINGSHOT

Baoulé culture, Ivory Coast

First half of the 20th century

Wood and pigments

H.: 15; L.: 6.3; Thickness: 3.3 cm

The upper part is animated by a female figure in the round seated on an openwork seat. Her body is painted red, her skirt is white, and the rest of the sling is green.

This slingshot was used to hunt small animals such as birds or small game.

Text and photos © FCP CORIDON

Ref.LP: 2958