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Gan Bronze Versus Koulango Gold

Result EUR65,000
Published on , by Anne Doridou-Heim
Auction on 25 November 2021 - 14:00 (CET) - Salle 14 - Hôtel Drouot - 75009

The most imposing piece in a collection of bronze Gan jewelry was preempted by the Musée du Quai Branly. A minuscule gold pendant also stood out.

Gan people, Burkina Faso. Bronze bracelet in the form of a coiled snake, h. 30.5... Gan Bronze Versus Koulango Gold

Gan people, Burkina Faso. Bronze bracelet in the form of a coiled snake, h. 30.5 cm/12 in.
Result: €65,000

This bracelet in the form of a coiled snake came from gallery owner Maine Durieu's collection of jewelry and bronze objects by the Gan people. It was the most coveted artifact, and as a result, was keenly…
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Thursday 25 November 2021 - 14:00 (CET) - Live
Salle 14 - Hôtel Drouot - 75009 Paris
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