Description : Two African Iron Currencies
One, a Bongo (Southern Sudan/ Democratic Republic of Congo) iron spade currency (locally known as loggoh kulluty), 19th century, the other, a Kwele/Kuba (Democratic Republic of Congo) bird currency, 19th century. Both in excellent condition, with attractive variegated brown patinas.
Provenance:
Bongo - Christies, South Kensington, Tribal Art, October 10, 1992, lot #170
Exhibited:
Bird currency - African Metal: Cast, Forged, and Appliqued, Leonard Kahan Gallery, New York, NY, October 1994
Heights: 12 ½ and 19 ¾ inches
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About the lot N° 71360 Title : Two African Iron Currencies One, A Bongo, Period : 1992 Size : 0in x 0in x 0in