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#2132 Superb Gan Bronze Amulet Pendant of Ornate Serpent Burkina Faso

#2132 Superb Gan Bronze Amulet Pendant of Ornate Serpent Burkina Faso

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Gan Bronze Amulet Pendant of Ornate Serpent Burkina Faso


A Gan bronze amulet pendant of a serpent highlighted by an elaborate motif of roped concentric circles adorned at the edges.
The serpent is a popular motif for amulets as the serpents is appreciated for its protective powers and is considered a powerful amulet amongst the Gan.
Cast by the old technique of lost wax method, whereby the mold is destroyed after each casting, resulting in a unique and original piece.
 Burkina Faso.


Origin: Gan ethnic group - BURKINA FASO
Age: Late 20th century
Materials: Bronze
Condition details: Good
Dimensions
approx : 4" 1/4 long by 1" 1/2 w
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