African Lost Wax Cast Bronze Cuff

Description

Antique bronze cuff from west Africa. This piece made in the lost wax method was worn by a high ranking … more Antique bronze cuff from west Africa. This piece made in the lost wax method was worn by a high ranking member of society. Collected in the 1950’s, this one of a kind piece depicts celestial swirls and serpents. Serpents are auspicious animals among the Gan people. They protect, and their eyes are capable of viewing through the veil that separates the living and spiritual world. Displayed on custom museum mount. less