Baule pendant in the form of a knife in its scabbard - Ivory - Lot 17

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300 - 500 EUR
Baule pendant in the form of a knife in its scabbard - Ivory - Lot 17
Baule pendant in the form of a knife in its scabbard - Ivory Coast - first half of the 20th century Carved ivory pendant representing a stylized knife in its scabbard. The surface is entirely decorated with incised geometric motifs forming registers of cross-hatching, chevrons and linear bands. The main face features a central squared panel surrounded by small circular reliefs arranged in an arc. The lower part evokes the shape of a scabbard, while the handle is rendered by a cylindrical element composed of ringed volumes. This type of pendant was worn as a personal ornament. Patina of use. Details : Height : 16.5 cm - Width : 5 cm - Weight : 40 g.
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