Leather fabric object, horse mane, and cowrie shells used to chase away evil spirits, Guinea. - Guinea (No Reserve Price)

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Holds a postgraduate degree in African studies and 15 years experience in African art.

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Guinea crafted leather and fabric object with horsehair mane and cowries, from mid‑twentieth century, notable provenance from Patrice Christy’s conservation collection, 34 cm tall.

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Guinea, leather fabric object, horsehair and cowrie shells used to chase away evil spirits, height: 34 cm.
Expert: Bruno FREY

Provenance: Collection of Patrice Christy, a renowned specialist in wildlife conservation, particularly in Africa. He has co-authored several works on biodiversity, and his work has greatly contributed to the understanding and preservation of bird species in Africa, notably in Gabon and São Tomé and Príncipe.

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Guinea, leather fabric object, horsehair and cowrie shells used to chase away evil spirits, height: 34 cm.
Expert: Bruno FREY

Provenance: Collection of Patrice Christy, a renowned specialist in wildlife conservation, particularly in Africa. He has co-authored several works on biodiversity, and his work has greatly contributed to the understanding and preservation of bird species in Africa, notably in Gabon and São Tomé and Príncipe.

Immediate shipping, custom packaging, 24/7 support.
The weight is given as an estimate to determine the shipping costs, which include packaging, handling, and support fees.

Details

No. of items
1
Country of Origin
Guinea
Period
Mid 20th century
Material
Shell, Wood
Sold with stand
No
Condition
Good condition
Title of artwork
Leather fabric object, horse mane, and cowrie shells used to chase away evil spirits, Guinea.
Height
34 cm
Weight
1 kg
Provenance
Private collection
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