African Cowtail Fly Whisk/Duster/ Decoration with Elephant Handle

Description: It features a carved wooden handle topped with an elephant, a section adorned with green and yellow beadwork, and a tassel made of black hair at the base.

Cultural Significance: Fly whisks are traditional objects in many African cultures, notably among the Zulu and Maasai, and are often symbolic rather than purely functional. They can represent:

Status and Authority: Commonly carried by chiefs, elders, traditional healers (like the Sangoma among the Zulu), and other important individuals as a mark of rank and power.

Ceremonial Use: Used in various ceremonies, rituals, or public occasions to purify spaces, bless people, settle disputes, or even ward off evil spirits.

Materials: Handles are typically crafted from carved wood, sometimes featuring animal figures like elephants which symbolize strength and stability. The whisk portion is traditionally made from animal tail hair, such as elephant tail hair, and handles often incorporate intricate beadwork or other decorativ