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Fine Bronze Bangle Featuring Two Animals. Burkina Faso/Ghana
$1,232.59
£890
€1,046.84
CA$1,676.84
A$1,863.34
CHF 976.41
MX$22,850.57
NOK 12,453.55
SEK 11,715.84
DKK 7,813.18
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This finely cast bronze bangle is possibly Gan, or a related culture, from Burkina Faso or northern Ghana. It depicts two animals resembling chameleons which flank a central decorative feature. Exhibiting a beautiful encrusted verdigris surface patina, the bangle also displays areas where the metal can still be seen, showing a copper/bronze alloy.
Estimated Period: Early 20th Century (Possibly Before)
Ex Private Collection, Belgium
Depth (Including Stand): 7cm
- Dimensions:Height: 2.76 in (7 cm)Width: 3.94 in (10 cm)Depth: 1.97 in (5 cm)
- Style:Tribal (Of the Period)
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- Date of Manufacture:Early 20th Century or Before
- Condition:Wear consistent with age and use.
- Seller Location:London, GB
- Reference Number:1stDibs: LU8736243413312
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