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Huge Bwa Bronze Dance Anklet

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A cast bronze anklet featuring a dancer image and stylized forms, raised motifs. Bwa peoples, Burkina Faso, West Africa. The Anklet measures 8 x 5 x 4 inches. Provenance: A Private New Jersey collection.

Condition

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Huge Bwa Bronze Dance Anklet

Name: Huge Bwa Bronze Dance Anklet
SKU: 166978105
Price: 110 USD
Availability: InStock

Estimate $200 - $300

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