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19th Century Bronze Gold Weight Depicting a Traditional Hunter. Akan, Ghana

$671.38
£490
€571.56
CA$919.63
A$1,022.82
CHF 534.09
MX$12,446.68
NOK 6,821.10
SEK 6,396.99
DKK 4,265.76
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About the Item

This Akan gold weight depicts a traditional hunter, smoking a pipe. He is shown holding a knife, with a second knife secured in his belt. A musket is balanced over his shoulder, and a small gazelle is tied around his waist. Estimated Period: 19th Century or Before Ex Private Collection, UK
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 1.58 in (4 cm)Width: 0.99 in (2.5 cm)Depth: 1.38 in (3.5 cm)
  • Style:
    Tribal (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
    Bronze,Cast
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    19th Century
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    London, GB
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU8736243411892

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