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Brass pendentif Volta region 13.02.1361

This pendant was typical among the Gouin, the Karaboro, the Turka or the Toussian ethnic groups. According to Glar 2015, it was probably made by blacksmiths in Banfora. The 3 triangles represent a stylised chameleon; their bases are decorated with spirals

  • Ref.:13.02.1361
  • Size:48 x 84 mm
  • Weight:51 gr

Category

  • indépendant brass elements 13.02West-, Central- & North Africa 29.01
  • Elements for jewellery design 13REGIONAL GALLERIES 29

Origin

  • West and Central Africa
  • Volta Region
  • GouinToussianKaraboraTurka

Material

  • MetalBrass / bronze

Quality

  • Collectible (fine or rare example of an object)Excellent overall conditionElements for individual jewelry design

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