AN INTRICATE TUAREG LEATHER CUSHION FROM THE SAHARA, NIGER ( No 1247) FURNITURE Has wear commensurate with tribal

Has wear commensurate with tribal use

The patina is well developed

Width 12cm approx

Depicting a cat This fly whisk handle which would have been covered in gold leaf

Made of iron and leather

AN INTRICATE TUAREG LEATHER CUSHION FROM THE SAHARA, NIGER ( No 1247) FURNITURE Has wear commensurate with tribalThis is a sculptural leather cushion from the Tuareg tribe of Niger, West Africa. Nomadic travellers who operate the camel caravans that traverse the Sahara. Probably would go on top of the camel and also in their desert tent. Made of hand processed and dyed leather, with intricate geometric cut out patterns, including multi tiered tassels. Has a used patina, obviously darkened and softened with age. In good condition with some wear. Height approx 50