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Maître Yann BARATOUX
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Bousouli" wrought iron torch with an oxidised patina, in the…
See original version (French)
212
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Bousouli" wrought iron torch with an oxidised patina, in the…
See original version (French)
Estimate
€90 - €120
Voluntary lot
Description
Bousouli" wrought iron torch with an oxidised patina, in the shape of a twisted ring extended by two triangular protrusions. Once put in place by the blacksmith, the women kept it for life. It was also used as a coin.
Diam. 18 Height. 28 cm. Toupouri/ Kirdi Cameroon
Ref L'Afrique sans masque, p. 139
See original version (French)
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ID: 87515439
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