HAIRPIN OR PRESTIGE OBJECT - Burkina Faso, Ivory Coast - Lob
HAIRPIN OR PRESTIGE OBJECT - Burkina Faso, Ivory Coast - Lobi Mid-20th century. Copper alloy (bronze/brass). Dimensions: L. 17 cm. A hairpin or prestige accessory whose upper part—a diamond-shaped plate—features a stylized anthropomorphic figure with arms at its sides. The head is crowned by an imposing pair of horns reminiscent of cattle (a symbol of wealth and prestige). The base extends into a long, pointed needle. Condition: Patina from handling. Expert: Coryse Mwape Internal Ref.: 92
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HAIRPIN OR PRESTIGE OBJECT - Burkina Faso, Ivory Coast - Lobi Mid-20th century. Copper alloy (bronze/brass). Dimensions: L. 17 cm. A hairpin or prestige accessory whose upper part—a diamond-shaped plate—features a stylized anthropomorphic figure with arms at its sides. The head is crowned by an imposing pair of horns reminiscent of cattle (a symbol of wealth and prestige). The base extends into a long, pointed needle. Condition: Patina from handling. Expert: Coryse Mwape Internal Ref.: 92
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