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Description : **Originally Listed At $300** West Africa, Burkina Faso or Mali, Lobi or Tusyan (Tusya) peoples, ca. early to mid-20th century CE. A large cast-brass pendant or pectoral featuring raised geometric motifs and a pronged top. The peripheries are decorated with a raised linear pattern border. In the center is a raised X, semi-circular shapes, and double spirals. The prongs at the top represent the horns of a bush cow, a popular motif that was also used in masks to represent the supernatural spirit of the animal. Like the masks, this pendant imbues a spiritual protection upon the wearer. The bush cow also known as the forest buffalo (Suncerus caffer nanus), symbolize healing, agricultural fertility, and rites of passage. Size: 3.5 L x 2.25 W (8.9 cm x 5.7 cm), 6 H (15.2 cm) on included custom stand. For a similar example, please see the Smithsonian National Museum of African Art website, object number: 75-3-448. Provenance: ex-private collection of actor Anthony Quinn and his wife Katherine, Bristol, Rhode Island, USA acquired prior to 2000 All items legal to buy/sell under U.S. Statute covering cultural patrimony Code 2600, CHAPTER 14, and are guaranteed to be as described or your money back. A Certificate of Authenticity will accompany all winning bids. We ship worldwide and handle all shipping in-house for your convenience. #169236
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