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404 - Six bracelets decorated with heads, geometric patterns and s…
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Estimate €100 - €200
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Description
Six bracelets decorated with heads, geometric patterns and semi-concentric designs Bronze weathered by time West Africa, Sahel region (Mali, Niger, Burkina Faso, northern Nigeria) 13 cm, 11.3 cm, 12.6 cm, 11.5 cm, 11.2 cm and 11.8 cm These copper alloy rings are examples of Sahelian craftsmanship and were used as body adornments. The geometric designs and stylised heads reflect a simple, repetitive ornamental style. They may also have been used in systems of exchange or as part of dowries within local societies.
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About the sale Journey Across the Continents (sale without live performance)
Auction location
Auction time 09/10/2026 at 1:00 PM
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