Primitive money - Mambila Mfunte - Cameroon
67 cm. Black iron. Former collection France. The African barter system progressively evolved to eventually introduce iron, or even copper objects in diverse socio-economical trades. Many varied objects are gathered under the term "primitive currencies". Depending on the regions, we can identify their style thanks to their form and their finely engraved motifs, ornamenting these pieces. Some of these currencies also served as weapons of prestige, or even as killing weapons. Shipment within 24 working hours. Track and trace included. With acknowledgement of receipt. Tags: mask, figurine, sculpture, figure, statuette, wood, art, contemporary, first, primitive, tribal, African, antiquity, artwork, gallery, Picasso, Giacometti, art gallery, African art, cubism.
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67 cm. Black iron. Former collection France. The African barter system progressively evolved to eventually introduce iron, or even copper objects in diverse socio-economical trades. Many varied objects are gathered under the term "primitive currencies". Depending on the regions, we can identify their style thanks to their form and their finely engraved motifs, ornamenting these pieces. Some of these currencies also served as weapons of prestige, or even as killing weapons. Shipment within 24 working hours. Track and trace included. With acknowledgement of receipt. Tags: mask, figurine, sculpture, figure, statuette, wood, art, contemporary, first, primitive, tribal, African, antiquity, artwork, gallery, Picasso, Giacometti, art gallery, African art, cubism.
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