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Protective Amulet to Ward off Serpents, Bronze/Brass, Burkina Faso, West Africa,

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Protective Amulet to Ward off Serpents, Bronze/Brass, Burkina Faso, West Africa,

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Protective amulet to ward off serpents, bronze/brass, cast using the lost wax method, Burkina Faso, West Africa, likely first half of the 20th century. Approximate size, 5"H x 1.75"W.

PROVENANCE: From the estate of Dr. Philip Gould, New York

Condition

Fair condition, good patina consistent with age.

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Protective Amulet to Ward off Serpents, Bronze/Brass, Burkina Faso, West Africa,

Name: Protective Amulet to Ward off Serpents, Bronze/Brass, Burkina Faso, West Africa,
SKU: 161675566
Price: 30 USD
Availability: InStock

Estimate $75 - $150

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