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Ekonda Peoples, (3) large dowry ankle cuffs

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Ekonda Peoples, (3) large dowry ankle cuffs

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Description

Ekonda Peoples, (3) large dowry ankle cuffs, DR Congo region, heavy patinated cast copper alloy, 10"h (largest), 6"h (smallest)

Provenance: Estate of Distinguished Professor Philip Gould, NYC

Notes/Literature: Professor of Chinese Art History at Columbia University and Sarah Lawrence College, Professor Philip Gould was a passionate collector of African Art, and curated numerous museum and gallery exhibitions from his personal collection.

Condition

Good/Fair, aged patina with some verdigris, largest with small edge loss, smallest possibly bent, scattered scratches, dings **Condition reports are rendered as specialist opinion by the staff of the Auction House and not as statements of fact. We do not guarantee the content of written or verbal condition reports. The absence of a condition report does not imply that there are no condition issues with the lot. Please call us at (973) 377-1500 or e-mail info@milleabros.com with any questions about this lot at least 24 hours prior to auction.

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Ekonda Peoples, (3) large dowry ankle cuffs

Name: Ekonda Peoples, (3) large dowry ankle cuffs
SKU: 112683363
Price: 400 USD
Availability: InStock

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