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

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:

Ghana

Period:

19th Century

Date of Manufacture:

19th Century

Condition:

Wear consistent with age and use.

Seller Location:

London, GB

Reference Number:

1stDibs: LU8736243411892

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