Pendant Weights - Akan - Ghana

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Poids Pendentifs, a bronze piece from Ghana of Akan origin, dating to circa 1900, with a width of 9 cm, in good condition.

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Description from the seller

Bronze pendant weights
Culture Akan, Ghana.
Sizes shown in the photo.

Beautiful set of objects in ancient bronze.
There are pendants shaped like swords and turtles, and weights for weighing gold.
These are unique pieces handcrafted.
No reusable molds; the molds are broken to release the objects.
Beautiful antique patina.
Circa 1900.

Bronze pendant weights
Culture Akan, Ghana.
Sizes shown in the photo.

Beautiful set of objects in ancient bronze.
There are pendants shaped like swords and turtles, and weights for weighing gold.
These are unique pieces handcrafted.
No reusable molds; the molds are broken to release the objects.
Beautiful antique patina.
Circa 1900.

Details

Ethnic group/ culture
Akan
Country of Origin
Ghana
Period
Late 19th century
Material
Bronze
Sold with stand
No
Condition
Fair condition
Title of artwork
Pendant Weights
Width
9 cm
FranceVerified
880
Objects sold
100%
Private

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