Cuff bracelet - Côte d’Ivoire - African bracelet, 19th century
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Ancient African bracelet in solid bronze, oval manilla with an exterior diameter of 7.8 cm (interior about 6.0–6.2 cm), weight ~230–280 g, origin Costa de Marfil with private collection provenance, late 19th to early 20th century, condition good used with some wear, AnchorCert laboratory report 44443.
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African Ancient Bracelet Manilla Solid Bronze - 7.8 cm Diameter - Tribal Art 19th/20th Century
Craftsmanship - Bracelets
Title: African Ancient Manilla Bracelet in Solid Bronze - 7.8 cm Diameter - Tribal Art 19th/20th Century
Short description: Ancient African manilla bracelet in solid bronze, 7.8 cm in diameter, original patina, provenance private collection
Long description:
Ancient African tribal bracelet/manilla with a strong presence.
Solid piece cast by lost-wax technique in bronze, with a traditional oval shape and thickened ends. It features a magnificent dark brown patina with greenish tones, the result of years of use, with an irregular artisanal texture characteristic of tribal forging.
West African typology, possibly Nigeria (Igbo / Yoruba) or Ivory Coast.
Used as an ornament of prestige, symbol of status, bridal dowry, and an ancient form of exchange currency.
Material: Solid bronze, artisanally cast
• Exterior diameter: 7.8 cm
• Interior diameter approx.: 6.0 - 6.2 cm
• Thickness: ~1.8-2.0 cm
• Estimated weight: 230-280 g Period: Late 19th century - early 20th century
• Condition: Excellent, intact patina, without cracks or restorations
Ideal for a tribal art collection, ethnic jewelry, or decor.
African Ancient Bracelet Manilla Solid Bronze - 7.8 cm Diameter - Tribal Art 19th/20th Century
Craftsmanship - Bracelets
Title: African Ancient Manilla Bracelet in Solid Bronze - 7.8 cm Diameter - Tribal Art 19th/20th Century
Short description: Ancient African manilla bracelet in solid bronze, 7.8 cm in diameter, original patina, provenance private collection
Long description:
Ancient African tribal bracelet/manilla with a strong presence.
Solid piece cast by lost-wax technique in bronze, with a traditional oval shape and thickened ends. It features a magnificent dark brown patina with greenish tones, the result of years of use, with an irregular artisanal texture characteristic of tribal forging.
West African typology, possibly Nigeria (Igbo / Yoruba) or Ivory Coast.
Used as an ornament of prestige, symbol of status, bridal dowry, and an ancient form of exchange currency.
Material: Solid bronze, artisanally cast
• Exterior diameter: 7.8 cm
• Interior diameter approx.: 6.0 - 6.2 cm
• Thickness: ~1.8-2.0 cm
• Estimated weight: 230-280 g Period: Late 19th century - early 20th century
• Condition: Excellent, intact patina, without cracks or restorations
Ideal for a tribal art collection, ethnic jewelry, or decor.
Details
Laboratory report
Anchor Cert
Lab report number
44443
Metal
Bronze
Brand jewellery
No
Total weight
280 g
Condition
Good condition - used with some signs of wear
Gender
Unisex
Country of origin
Côte d’Ivoire
Title additional information
African bracelet, 19th century
Circumference
24 cm
Bracelet size
Extra extra large (>20 cm)
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