Lot 767

Lot 767
Approximately 50 Ashanti gold weights of various shapes and sizes: rings, animals, tablets, etc. The gold weights serve more than a functional or artistic purpose: they are representative of cultural norms, standards, and ideals. The figures include references to proverbs, myths, and histories of the Asante people. They represent a practical tool used every day in economic activity but created in unique artistic forms that exhibit the personality and culture of the metalsmiths and merchants who created and used them. 20th century
Starting price: € 50.00
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Jan 23 2023 08:00:00 AM
Feb 13 2023 06:00:00 PM
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