kagle Wood, fiber, metal height 8 1/2in (21.5cm) Provenance Bismuth Collection, Paris Alain de Monbrison/Galerie Monbrison, Paris French Private Collection Composed of two part construction, hinged with fiber cordage at the back for a moveable jaw, pierced around the edges for attachments and a metal nail inserted into the forehead to enact the functional spirit and energy; exceptional rich, dark brown partially reflective patina with encrustations and wear indicative of traditional use and significant age.