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African Artifacts and Textiles- Dr. Gould

African Artifacts and Textiles- Dr. Gould

Lot 2138: Yoruba Copper Alloy Blade

2024-09-19T15:00:00Z

Start price: $25

Estimated price: $175 - $225

Lot 2138:

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Yoruba Copper Alloy Blade

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Start price: $25

Estimated price: $175 - $225

Description

A Yoruba peoples copper alloy ceremonial blade, Nigeria, West Africa. Dimensions (approx.): 25" x 5"

PROVENANCE:From the estate of Professor Philip Gould, New York

Condition: Poor; loss to tip of blade, surface oxidation, handle cracked, wear commensurate with age