#5676 Vintage Gan Bronze Amulet Pendant/gold Weightb of Ornate Serpent Burkina Faso

Originating from Burkina Faso, this authentic Gan bronze pendant exemplifies traditional lost-wax casting artistry. The composition features an intricately rendered serpent surrounded by concentric rope patterns—a design deeply rooted in Gan cultural practice. Dating to the late 20th century, the amulet embodies the serpent's symbolic role as a protective force against misfortune and malevolent influences. Among the Gan people, such talismans hold profound spiritual significance and remain highly valued within ethnographic contexts. Measuring 4.5" by 1.5" by 0.25".

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