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19th Century Bronze Alloy Mongo/Ekonde Woman's Leg Adornment ('Konga'), DRC

$1,065.52

£780

€917.05

CA$1,461.43

A$1,642.55

CHF 855.40

MX$19,977.51

NOK 10,945.87

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DKK 6,844.22

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About the Item

Married women of the Mongo and Ekonde cultures in the Democratic Republic of the Congo wore heavy cast bronze leg adornments such as this, known as 'Konga'. This piece was sand cast, and has a lovely form with typical raised ridges. -Ex Private Collection, France -Length: 13cm

Dimensions:

Height: 6.11 in (15.5 cm)Diameter: 4.14 in (10.5 cm)

Style:

Tribal (Of the Period)

Materials and Techniques:

Bronze,Cast

Place of Origin:

Congo, Democratic Republic of the

Period:

19th Century

Date of Manufacture:

19th Century

Condition:

Wear consistent with age and use.

Seller Location:

London, GB

Reference Number:

1stDibs: LU8736241176222

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