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Ceremonial Monkey Figure on a Snailshell, German Collection, Bulu People

$4,757.24
£3,539.88
€4,000
CA$6,536.19
A$7,294.95
CHF 3,837.98
MX$88,613.48
NOK 48,655.31
SEK 45,535.28
DKK 30,450.47

About the Item

The eye-catcher of this bell jar is the centrally placed blue bird with spread wings. It is an Indian Roller that occurs mainly in West Africa and the Indian subcontinent. Provenance: German Private Collection
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 5.52 in (14 cm)Width: 3.15 in (8 cm)Depth: 5.91 in (15 cm)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    -
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. Minor losses.
  • Seller Location:
    Leuven , BE
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: 10401stDibs: LU3301138811272

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