HOTEL DES VENTES GIRAUDEAU
120
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DAN, 18 Mountains region, Côte d’Ivoire.
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120
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DAN, 18 Mountains region, Côte d’Ivoire.
See original version (French)
Estimate €150 - €250
Voluntary lot
Description
DAN, 18 Mountains region, Côte d’Ivoire.
Bronze or copper alloy, lost-wax casting.
‘Zan-Gbe’ ankle bracelet with four disc-shaped bells, worn by young girls and unmarried women.
The surface of the bells is embellished with a sophisticated design comprising concentric circles, chevrons, triangles and parallel lines.
The number of bells, ranging from three to nine, varies according to the wearer’s age, social status or stage of life, thus highlighting the aesthetic, social and symbolic dimensions of this elegant item of women’s jewellery.
Early 20th century.
16.5 x 11.5 cm.
Expert: Christian NJIENSI
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Ref. : 0027646 - 23,2
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