Fine African Art Auction
Lot 91:
Probably Gabon, carved wood, early 20th century.
Length 15.5 inches, height of seat 5.5 inches.
Court plaques of this type can also be used as a door panel for the inner chamber of the women’s court, and also are placed as the background of an altar of women’s centers. An Illustration of a safe space for women’s affairs and a space for judgment in case of family crisis as well as in empowerment for advancement of women. Most are made of clay, bronze and or wooden panels
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