Nigeria
1300–1400
Bronze or copper alloy
Circumference: 14 in (35.6 cm); Opening: ¾ in (1.9 cm)
Provenance: André Fourquet, Paris, France
This heavy cast bracelet is formed of large interlocking circular links with a rich green and brown patinated surface consistent with extended age. Cast metal ornaments of this scale and weight from the Cross River region were associated with status and social distinction, functioning as both personal adornment and material markers of value. The André Fourquet, Paris provenance places the piece within a well-documented history of French private collecting of early African metalwork.
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Nigeria
1300–1400
Bronze or copper alloy
Circumference: 14 in (35.6 cm); Opening: ¾ in (1.9 cm)
Provenance: André Fourquet, Paris, France
This heavy cast bracelet is formed of large interlocking circular links with a rich green and brown patinated surface consistent with extended age. Cast metal ornaments of this scale and weight from the Cross River region were associated with status and social distinction, functioning as both personal adornment and material markers of value. The André Fourquet, Paris provenance places the piece within a well-documented history of French private collecting of early African metalwork.
We ship free anywhere in the world, fully insured, packed by hand.
INQUIRE HERE
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