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AUSSERGEWÖHNLICHE EKPO-MASKE - Eket - Nigeria (Ohne Mindestpreis)
Nr. 81020127
Nr. 81020127
A Fulani sickle-shaped iron currency. Some incised decorations on the middle . Nigeria.
The african iron currencies appeared relatively late in African art because blacksmiths acquired control of iron only after exchanges with Westerners. However, there is a very wide diversity depending on the region. They were used for barter or wedding dowries.
Bibliography: " The perfect form. On the track of african tribal currency". Galleria Africa Curio; Illustrated edition ( 2009).
Dimensions: 76,00 cm.
Condition: Some surface wear but good condition.
Provenance: Spanish private collection.
The piece will include authenticity certificate.
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