Bronze bracelet - Baule - Côte d'Ivoire

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Bronze Baoulé bracelet from Côte d'Ivoire, associated with the Baoulé people.

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Ivory Coast
Baoulé
African Bronze
Dimensions :
height: 35mm
width: 80mm
depth: 74mm
Weight: 380g

A Baoulé bracelet in bronze typically comes from the Baoulé people of Ivory Coast. Among the Baoulé, bracelets in bronze, brass, or copper had both ornamental, social, and sometimes spiritual functions.

These bracelets served to:

1. Adornment and beauty
It was primarily jewelry worn:
- on the wrists
- sometimes on the ankles
- during ceremonies or festivals
The Baoulé place great importance on aesthetics and elegance.

2. Symbol of social status
Bronze was a precious material.
A bracelet could show:
- wealth
- social rank
- membership in an important family
- sometimes marital status

3. Ritual or protective use
Some bracelets were associated:
- with spiritual protections
- with initiation rites
- with practices related to ancestors or spirits
In some cases, they could be worn as talismans.

4. Currency or store of value
In West Africa, some metal bracelets were also:
- objects of exchange
- dowry
- store of wealth

How to recognize an ancient Baoulé bracelet?
Ancient pieces often show:
natural wear
a beautiful dark or green patina
geometric or braided motifs
lost-wax casting (traditional technique)

Fast and protected shipping. Packages ship from Monday to Saturday with a tracking number.
Delivery in 1 to 3 days in France, 2 to 5 days across Europe.
Worldwide shipping

We speak English

Mask African art Afrikanische Maskenkunst arte de máscaras africanas arte delle maschere africane
statue african art Arte de estatuas africanas arte delle statue africane Afrikanische Maskenkunst
Máscara de estatua de galería de arte africano

Seller's Story

Passionate about World Arts and more specifically about African Art, we buy from collectors, former officials, military, health workers, public works staff who have worked in Africa and also in Côte d'Ivoire, from antique dealers and traders who roam across West Africa to find quality objects. It is with pride that we present works that, beyond their power to beautify spaces, invite our collectors to resonate with the richness and depth of human expression through the most authentic art. At Arts Ethniques Gallery, we have the privilege of offering our visitors an exclusive selection of artworks, all unique and original. Each piece presented is the outcome of a demanding artistic approach, driven by a singular vision and mastered craftsmanship, all elements that guarantee authenticity and value. The works we offer are not industrial reproductions. They are individual creations, crafted with sensitivity and precision, each bearing its own story, identity and presence. Originality is the very foundation of our commitment to excellence. Thus, every mask and every statue in our collection is the subject of a rigorous selection, in order to preserve their rarity and singularity. Acquiring a work from Arts Ethniques Gallery means owning a truly unique piece: a creation that embodies both talent, cultural memory and the expressive force of African art. It is also a lasting investment in a work whose artistic and emotional value transcends time. We guarantee that every work leaving our gallery is an authentic piece, without replicas, bearing witness to the creativity, heritage and passion of the African artists who shaped them. We invite you to participate in our gallery’s auctions with confidence. Each presented work is an original, unique and irreplaceable creation, selected with the greatest rigor to guarantee its authenticity and artistic value. Whether you wish to enrich a personal collection or introduce an exceptional artwork into your space, Arts Ethniques Gallery offers a safe, transparent and professional setting to acquire remarkable pieces. Art auctions are a privileged moment to discover rare works, capable of becoming the heart of a collection. Acquiring a work at our sales is not just buying an object: it is investing in a creation whose aesthetic value and cultural reach reinforce over time. The pieces presented by Arts Ethniques Gallery testify not only to the talent and vision of the artists but also possess the ability to transform spaces and enrich the gaze of those who behold them. Participating in our auctions is taking part in a singular experience, where the passion for art meets the rigors of collecting. Bidding on a work from Arts Ethniques Gallery goes beyond a simple transaction: it is a gesture of commitment and appreciation for art in its most authentic form. We invite you to bid with passion and to join us in this adventure dedicated to discovery, transmission and celebration of art. Perhaps your next heart piece is already waiting for you."
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Ivory Coast
Baoulé
African Bronze
Dimensions :
height: 35mm
width: 80mm
depth: 74mm
Weight: 380g

A Baoulé bracelet in bronze typically comes from the Baoulé people of Ivory Coast. Among the Baoulé, bracelets in bronze, brass, or copper had both ornamental, social, and sometimes spiritual functions.

These bracelets served to:

1. Adornment and beauty
It was primarily jewelry worn:
- on the wrists
- sometimes on the ankles
- during ceremonies or festivals
The Baoulé place great importance on aesthetics and elegance.

2. Symbol of social status
Bronze was a precious material.
A bracelet could show:
- wealth
- social rank
- membership in an important family
- sometimes marital status

3. Ritual or protective use
Some bracelets were associated:
- with spiritual protections
- with initiation rites
- with practices related to ancestors or spirits
In some cases, they could be worn as talismans.

4. Currency or store of value
In West Africa, some metal bracelets were also:
- objects of exchange
- dowry
- store of wealth

How to recognize an ancient Baoulé bracelet?
Ancient pieces often show:
natural wear
a beautiful dark or green patina
geometric or braided motifs
lost-wax casting (traditional technique)

Fast and protected shipping. Packages ship from Monday to Saturday with a tracking number.
Delivery in 1 to 3 days in France, 2 to 5 days across Europe.
Worldwide shipping

We speak English

Mask African art Afrikanische Maskenkunst arte de máscaras africanas arte delle maschere africane
statue african art Arte de estatuas africanas arte delle statue africane Afrikanische Maskenkunst
Máscara de estatua de galería de arte africano

Seller's Story

Passionate about World Arts and more specifically about African Art, we buy from collectors, former officials, military, health workers, public works staff who have worked in Africa and also in Côte d'Ivoire, from antique dealers and traders who roam across West Africa to find quality objects. It is with pride that we present works that, beyond their power to beautify spaces, invite our collectors to resonate with the richness and depth of human expression through the most authentic art. At Arts Ethniques Gallery, we have the privilege of offering our visitors an exclusive selection of artworks, all unique and original. Each piece presented is the outcome of a demanding artistic approach, driven by a singular vision and mastered craftsmanship, all elements that guarantee authenticity and value. The works we offer are not industrial reproductions. They are individual creations, crafted with sensitivity and precision, each bearing its own story, identity and presence. Originality is the very foundation of our commitment to excellence. Thus, every mask and every statue in our collection is the subject of a rigorous selection, in order to preserve their rarity and singularity. Acquiring a work from Arts Ethniques Gallery means owning a truly unique piece: a creation that embodies both talent, cultural memory and the expressive force of African art. It is also a lasting investment in a work whose artistic and emotional value transcends time. We guarantee that every work leaving our gallery is an authentic piece, without replicas, bearing witness to the creativity, heritage and passion of the African artists who shaped them. We invite you to participate in our gallery’s auctions with confidence. Each presented work is an original, unique and irreplaceable creation, selected with the greatest rigor to guarantee its authenticity and artistic value. Whether you wish to enrich a personal collection or introduce an exceptional artwork into your space, Arts Ethniques Gallery offers a safe, transparent and professional setting to acquire remarkable pieces. Art auctions are a privileged moment to discover rare works, capable of becoming the heart of a collection. Acquiring a work at our sales is not just buying an object: it is investing in a creation whose aesthetic value and cultural reach reinforce over time. The pieces presented by Arts Ethniques Gallery testify not only to the talent and vision of the artists but also possess the ability to transform spaces and enrich the gaze of those who behold them. Participating in our auctions is taking part in a singular experience, where the passion for art meets the rigors of collecting. Bidding on a work from Arts Ethniques Gallery goes beyond a simple transaction: it is a gesture of commitment and appreciation for art in its most authentic form. We invite you to bid with passion and to join us in this adventure dedicated to discovery, transmission and celebration of art. Perhaps your next heart piece is already waiting for you."
Translated by Google Translate

Details

Indigenous object name
Bronze bracelet
Ethnic group/ culture
Baule
Country of Origin
Côte d'Ivoire
Material
Bronze
Sold with stand
No
Condition
Good condition
FranceVerified
1440
Objects sold
100%
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