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Rare ring-shaped object with anthropomorphic face - Mali, Inland Niger Delta, Gimbala

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Rare ring-shaped object with anthropomorphic face - Mali, Inland Niger Delta, Gimbala

Item Details

Description

copper alloy (bronze, brass), deposits, base

According to Glar this element was probably a sign of dignity of a notable and was probably attached to / around a staff.
H: 6,6 cm, H: 2,6 inch

Provenance:
Wilfried Glar, Eschweiler, Germany

Condition

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Rare ring-shaped object with anthropomorphic face - Mali, Inland Niger Delta, Gimbala

Name: Rare ring-shaped object with anthropomorphic face - Mali, Inland Niger Delta, Gimbala
SKU: 174170459
Price: 500 EUR
Availability: InStock