Brass pendant Lobi 13.02.1364
According to K. Schneider (1999 p. 265) such pendants had a protective function against illness, particularly the river blindness. As a rule, they were tied around the hips with a shoelace.
- Ref.:13.02.1364
- Size:74 x 40 mm
- Weight:35 gr
Category
- indépendant brass elements 13.02West-, Central- & North Africa 29.01
- Elements for jewellery design 13REGIONAL GALLERIES 29
Origin
- West and Central Africa
- Inner delta of river Niger
- Multiple regional tribes
Material
- MetalBrass / bronze
Quality
- Collectible (fine or rare example of an object)Can be delivered cleaned and polishedElements for individual jewelry design