Bird-shaped gold weight. Akan, Ghana. Bronze/brass.... Lot 11
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Bird-shaped gold weight. Akan, Ghana. Bronze/brass. 1st quarter 20th century. 6 X 5 cm
The gold weigher was distinct from other merchants who served as intermediaries between gold producers and buyers. The figurative weights were also used as a support to elaborate stories, transmit knowledge...
Provenance: collection of Dr Smits, Belgium.
A certificate from Mr Humblet accompanies this work.
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