AFRICAN HINGED BRACELET 19th century AD A massive tubular bronze bracelet, possibly Ashanti, with flared mouths, semicircular concentric panels flanking the border; hinged with a locking pin to the upper edge. 969 grams, 12cm (4 3/4"). Fine condition. [No Reserve] Provenance Property of an American collector; acquired Europe 1970s-1990s. Footnotes Bracelets and anklets are popular in West Africa because of their prestige value and to ward off evil spirits. They are predominantly worn by women as such heavy bracelets with flaring shapes would hinder males engaged in farming and hunting activities. Apart from being decorative they are also used as musical instruments in ceremonies where the wearer will strike them together rhythmically to accompany singing. The number and style of bracelets worn by a woman can also indicate social status and how many children she has had.
AFRICAN HINGED BRACELET 19th century AD A massive tubular bronze bracelet, possibly Ashanti, with flared mouths, semicircular concentric panels flanking the border; hinged with a locking pin to the upper edge. 969 grams, 12cm (4 3/4"). Fine condition. [No Reserve] Provenance Property of an American collector; acquired Europe 1970s-1990s. Footnotes Bracelets and anklets are popular in West Africa because of their prestige value and to ward off evil spirits. They are predominantly worn by women as such heavy bracelets with flaring shapes would hinder males engaged in farming and hunting activities. Apart from being decorative they are also used as musical instruments in ceremonies where the wearer will strike them together rhythmically to accompany singing. The number and style of bracelets worn by a woman can also indicate social status and how many children she has had.
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