This piece, probably a tourist object, may be a model of a Dan ceremonial rice spoon, called wake mia or wunkirmian, which roughly translates as 'feast acting spoon'. The original spoons are 1-2 foot long and were made only for women, specifically for the wa ke de or 'at feasts acting woman'. She was the most hospitable woman of her village, recognized for her generosity, hospitality, and farming skill. The spoons have one or (rarely) two parallel bowls. The carved handles depict unique individual characteristics to distinguish the owner.