Ring
Toussian, Burkina Faso
Early 20th c.
Provenance: William Wright, NJ.
Drs. Noble and Jean Endicott, NY acquired from above in 1984
The Toussian people of Burkina Faso are known for their intricate goldsmithing traditions, and one fascinating example is a metal ring designed in the form of a pair of sandals. In Toussian culture, sandals hold deep symbolic meaning, often representing status, authority, and the journey of life. By incorporating sandal imagery into a ring—an object associated with personal adornment and social identity—the design reinforces themes of power and prestige. Rings of this nature may have been worn by individuals of high rank or used in ceremonial contexts to signify leadership or spiritual guidance.
Ring
Toussian, Burkina Faso
Early 20th c.
Provenance: William Wright, NJ.
Drs. Noble and Jean Endicott, NY acquired from above in 1984
The Toussian people of Burkina Faso are known for their intricate goldsmithing traditions, and one fascinating example is a metal ring designed in the form of a pair of sandals. In Toussian culture, sandals hold deep symbolic meaning, often representing status, authority, and the journey of life. By incorporating sandal imagery into a ring—an object associated with personal adornment and social identity—the design reinforces themes of power and prestige. Rings of this nature may have been worn by individuals of high rank or used in ceremonial contexts to signify leadership or spiritual guidance.