Excellent lot of 5 antique torque bracelets in white metal, African primitive art, 942 g. - West Africa (No reserve price)
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Superbe lot de 5 bracelets torques anciens en métal blanc, art premier africain, 942 grs; provenance Collection privée; authentic/original; Country of Origin: afrique ouest; Period: Milieu du XXe siècle; Weight: 0.942 kg; Dimensions: 87 × 74 × 30 mm.
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Exceptional set of 5 twisted bracelets in white metal — torque bracelets
A detailed description will be provided later but for now, I am giving you an overview of the 24 listings of items whose provenance remains exceptional, a scientific treasure and primitive art.
Discover among my 24 listings a unique historic set, kept intact and preserved within my family for more than 70 years, because a former member of my family worked at the prestigious Bureau of Geological and Mining Research (BRGM) during the 1950s. These pieces are part of a spectacular field collection.
The collection is documented by its wooden transport case with colonial inscriptions BRGM Natitingou-Dahomey, former name of present-day Benin, it is also documented by an exceptional set of 26 geological maps with explanatory notes dating from surveys conducted between 1935 and 1961.
Among my 24 sales you will find an exceptional King Manilla weighing over 3.8 kg.
Each lot (24 in total) is a fragment of this historic geological expedition.
This magnificent set of 5 torque bracelets is in white metal, making them rare and sought-after pieces. These bracelets served as ceremonial adornments and as currency; they are twisted with scrolls at each end. superb helicoidal twist work and finely hand-engraved details.
The total weight of the lot is 942 grams.
Good vintage condition, in its original patina.
Authentic collector's piece
Exceptional set of 5 twisted bracelets in white metal — torque bracelets
A detailed description will be provided later but for now, I am giving you an overview of the 24 listings of items whose provenance remains exceptional, a scientific treasure and primitive art.
Discover among my 24 listings a unique historic set, kept intact and preserved within my family for more than 70 years, because a former member of my family worked at the prestigious Bureau of Geological and Mining Research (BRGM) during the 1950s. These pieces are part of a spectacular field collection.
The collection is documented by its wooden transport case with colonial inscriptions BRGM Natitingou-Dahomey, former name of present-day Benin, it is also documented by an exceptional set of 26 geological maps with explanatory notes dating from surveys conducted between 1935 and 1961.
Among my 24 sales you will find an exceptional King Manilla weighing over 3.8 kg.
Each lot (24 in total) is a fragment of this historic geological expedition.
This magnificent set of 5 torque bracelets is in white metal, making them rare and sought-after pieces. These bracelets served as ceremonial adornments and as currency; they are twisted with scrolls at each end. superb helicoidal twist work and finely hand-engraved details.
The total weight of the lot is 942 grams.
Good vintage condition, in its original patina.
Authentic collector's piece
Details
Number of objects
5
Country of Origin
West Africa
Period
Mid 20th century
Material
white metal
Condition
Excellent condition
Title of artwork
Excellent lot of 5 antique torque bracelets in white metal, African primitive art, 942 g.
Height
87 mm
Width
74 mm
Depth
30 mm
Weight
0.94 kg
Provenance
Private collection
Authenticity
Original/official
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