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A FINE AND DELICATE CASTING MUDFISH 18-19thC AKAN GOLD WEIGHT Ex USA coll
This is an delicate and very finely cast 18-19thc Akan gold measuring weight. A depiction of a mudfish. A royal symbol. B eautifully made with good attention to detail on a small scale example. Has collection number on stand. From a collection in the USA. Made from brass using the lost wax technique. This is an attractive weight in good condition. Custom mounted on a metal base. We guarantee that this item has been tribally used. w3 by 2.5 cm Weight is mounted to stand with small pin at back
A STUNNING LARGE PADLOCK KEY CASTING 18-19thC AKAN GOLD WEIGHT Ex USA coll
This is stunning large sized 18-19thc Akan gold measuring weight. Its of a padlock shape made from one solid casting. The patina and age is wonderful with layers of life. Has collection number on stand. From a collection in the USA. Made from brass using the lost wax technique. Obviously genuine and old. This is an attractive weight in good condition. We guarantee that this item has been tribally used. w 4cm by 4cm weighs 70 grams!
AN INTRICATE AND RARE LEAOPARD 18-19thC AKAN GOLD WEIGHT Ex USA coll
This is a rare leapoard and prey 18-19thc Akan gold measuring weight. The back is textural where the casting has a used patina. A golden rich bronze colour and softness to the surface patina where handled. Has collection number on stand. From a collection in the USA. Made from brass using the lost wax technique. This is an attractive weight in good condition. Custom mounted on a wooden base. We guarantee that this item has been tribally used. w5 by 3.7 cm weighs 45 grams! on wooden stand
A UNUSUAL POWER SYMBOL 18-19thC AKAN GOLD WEIGHT Ex USA coll ON METAL STAND
This is a unusual design power symbol 18-19thc Akan gold measuring weight. Has collection number on stand. From a collection in the USA. Made from brass using the lost wax technique. Custom mounted on a metal base. We guarantee that this item has been tribally used. Height 8.5 cm and 11 cm on stand
A COMPLEX SCORPION 18-19thC AKAN GOLD WEIGHT Ex USA coll
This is an AMAZINGLY COMPLICATED 18-19thc Akan gold measuring weight. In the form of a scorpion. With a lot of surface patterning and interest. LIntricate sculptural form. Has collection number on stand. From a collection in usa. Made from brass using the lost wax technique. A deeply developed colour& patina. A dark bronze tone. Obviously old. This is an interesting and attractive weight in good condition. Custom mounted on a metal base. We guarantee that this item has been tribally used. height of weight only 5 cm
A LARGE, STUNNING PRESTIGE SWWORD 18-19thC AKAN GOLD WEIGHT Ex USA COLL
This is a stunning well patinated goldweight from the 18-19thC. Originating from the Akan region gold trade in West Africa. Part of a USA collection. Large size with sculptural form. Depicting a traditional prestige swword. Made from brass using the lost wax technique. Consisiting of a double blaid with a small rams head amounted in middle. This is an attractive weight in good condition. Custom mounted on a metal base which is included in the price. We guarantee that this item has been tribally used. H of weight 8 cm. On stand 10cm.
A STUNNING MUDFISH 18-19thC AKAN GOLD WEIGHT Ex USA coll , VERY DETAILED
This is a stunning goldweight from the 18-19thC. Originating from the Akan region gold trade in West Africa. Part of a USA collection. A very detailed example with several circular designs. Made from brass using the lost wax technique. This is an attractive weight in good condition. Custom mounted on a metal base which is included in the price. We guarantee that this item has been tribally used. H 6cm of weight. 30 grams.
A QUAINT DELICATE PAIR OF SANDALS 18-19THC AKAN GOLD WEIGHT Ex USA coll
This is a fine pair of sandals. An 18-19thC Akan goldweight. From a USA collection. Has a collection number on the reverse. Has intricate and naturalistic details. Adorable patterns depicting the leather weaving on the sole. Beautiful example. The patina is well developed and obviously old. Colour has deepened with age. Made from brass using the lost wax technique. This is an attractive. Detailed weight in good condition. We guarantee that this item has been tribally used. width 3.3cms weighs 21 grams
A FINE PRESTIGE SWWORD 18-19thC AKAN GOLD WEIGHT Ex USA COLL, , UNIQUE FEATURE
This is a stunningly detailed and deeply patinated goldweight from the 18-19thC. Originating from the Akan region gold trade in West Africa. Part of a USA COLLECTION. Large size with sculptural form. Depicting a traditional prestige swword- with a twist. The handle is amazingly detailed and fine. INterestingly. It has a mudfish on the front. This is the first time we have seen this. Nice cut out cross designs on the double bladdes. Another rarity. Made from brass using the lost wax technique. The patina is a highlight. Deeply deeply aged. A wonderful old patina. This is an attractive weight in good condition. Custom mounted on a metal base which is included in the price. Has a collection number at the rear of the base. We guarantee that this item has been tribally used. H of weight 6.8 cm. On stand 9.5cm.
TWO OLD KEYS 19thC AKAN GOLD WEIGHT Ex USA coll
These are 2 well patinated goldweight from the 19thC. Originating from the Akan region gold trade in West Africa. Part of a usa collection. Depicting an early colonial key. Made from brass using the lost wax technique. A deeply developed colour& patina. Dark deep bronze tone. These are attractive. Stylised weights in good condition. We guarantee that this item has been tribally used. H 7CM approx. Weight 10 grams each
FINE DOUBLE ANIMAL 18- 19THC AKAN GOLD WEIGHT Ex USA collection
This is a fine double animal 18- 19thC Akan goldweight. From a USA collection. Attractive copper bronze colour and warm patina. One animal is a leopard but unusually it is being attacked by another animal possibly a lion or other cat. Wood custom stand included in price. Has a collection number on the back of the stand. Made from brass using the lost wax technique. We guarantee that this item has been tribally used. width 4 by 5 cm
A PRESTIGE SWWORD AND SCABBARD 18-19thC AKAN GOLD WEIGHT Ex USA COLL
This is a well patinated goldweight from the 18-19thC. Originating from the Akan region gold trade in West Africa. Part of a USA collection. Large size and weight. Depicting a traditional prestige swword unusually represented inside a scabbard. Made from brass using the lost wax technique. A dark colour& patina. This is an attractive weight in good condition. Custom mounted on a metal base which is included in the price. We guarantee that this item has been tribally used. H 10cm. On stand 11cm. Weight 48 grams
2 CROSSED PRESTIGE SWWORDS 18-19thC AKAN GOLD WEIGHT Ex USA COLL
This is a well patinated and substantial goldweight from the 18-19thC. Originating from the Akan region gold trade in West Africa. Part of a USA collection. Has a collection number on the rear. Large size with rare sculptural form. Depicting two traditional prestige swwords. Crossed over eachother. It has a skull on the hilt. The handles are intricate and both sides have smooth wear. Made from brass using the lost wax technique. A deeply developed colour& patina. With patches of vert de gris in the recesses. This is a big. Bold and attractive weight in good condition. Custom mounted. We guarantee that this item has been tribally used. H 9.5cm of weight only. weighs 45g.
A MAGNIFICENT PRESTIGE SWWORD 18-19thC AKAN GOLD WEIGHT , 65 G , Ex USA COLL
This is a magnificent goldweight from the 18-19thC. Originating from the Akan region gold trade in West Africa. Part of a USA collection. Large size. 65 grams, with sculptural form. Depicting a traditional prestige swword. It has 3 warriors skulls on the hilt. The handle is intricate and both sides have smooth wear. Made from brass using the lost wax technique. A deeply developed colour& patina. This is an attractive weight in good condition. Custom mounted on a metal base which is included in the price. We guarantee that this item has been tribally used. H 9.5cm. On stand 11cm. Weighs 65 grams
A FINE PRESTIGE SWWORD 18-19thC AKAN GOLD WEIGHT Ex USA COLL, W SKULL + SPIKES
This is a nicley detailed and deeply patinated goldweight from the 18-19thC. Originating from the Akan region gold trade in West Africa. Part of a USA collection. Large size with sculptural form. Depicting a traditional prestige swword. The handle is twisted and the two orbs have large conical spikes. Made from brass using the lost wax technique. The patina is a highlight. Deeply deeply aged. A nice. Old and varied toned patina. This is an attractive weight in good condition. Custom mounted on a base which is included in the price. Has a collection number at the rear of the base. We guarantee that this item has been tribally used. H on stand 11.5cm without stand 9.5cm.
FINE LEOPARD WITH TURTLE 18- 19THC AKAN GOLD WEIGHT Ex USA collection
This is a fine leopard 18- 19thC Akan goldweight. From a USA collection. Depicting a very sculptural leopard. Unusual to find. Has a large curved tail which is also very sculptural. With large nodule spots. Attractive large spiral spots throughout the face and body. Comes across in person much more interesting than the photos show. A lovely worn and warm. Old patina. Wood custom stand included in price. Has been presented in a leaping pose which is very sensitively done. Has a collection number on the back of the stand. Made from brass using the lost wax technique. We guarantee that this item has been tribally used. And therefore is an investment piece. width 4.3 cm or 1 1/2 inches@ NEWSFLASH! We now have a new TRIBALSPACE shop at. Sign up for my email newsletters by adding my eBay Shop to your favourites@ by adding my eBay Shop to your favourites. ... moreOn 23-Apr-14 at 21:19:33 BST. Seller added the following information: PLEASE NOTE THAT THE TITLE FOR THIS AUCTION IS INCORRRECT BUT THE DESCRIPTION IS CORRECT
A CUTE ANIMAL 18- 19THC AKAN GOLD WEIGHT Ex USA collection
This is a CUTE animal 18- 19thC Akan goldweight. From a USA collection. Collected in the 1970s. Depicting a very sculptural animal. Unusual to find. Has a chunky sculptural feel. A lovely worn and warm. Old patina. Worn and well patinated. Wood custom stand included in price. Has a collection number on the back of the stand. Made from brass using the lost wax technique. We guarantee that this item has been tribally used. And therefore is an investment piece. width 5cm weighs approx. 40g@ NEWSFLASH! We now have a new TRIBALSPACE shop at. Sign up for my email newsletters by adding my eBay Shop to your favourites@ by adding my eBay Shop to your favourites. On 23-Apr-14 at 21:19:33 BST. Seller added the following information: PLEASE NOTE THAT THE TITLE FOR THIS AUCTION IS INCORRRECT BUT THE DESCRIPTION IS CORRECT
A OLD AND FINE LEOPARD AND PREY 18- 19THC AKAN GOLD WEIGHT Ex USA collection
This is a RARE 18- 19thC Akan goldweight. From a USA collection. Collected in the 1970s. Depicting a sculptural leopard. In one weight. There is a large one with a medium sized one in its mouth, with in turn has a small corn in its mouth. Unusual to find. Has a large curved tail which is also very sculptural, with large unusually defined spots. Comes across in person much more interesting than the photos show. A lovely worn and warm. Old patina. Worn and well patinated. Wood custom stand included in price. Has a collection number on the back of the stand. Made from brass using the lost wax technique. We guarantee that this item has been tribally used. And therefore is an investment piece. width 5.5cm weighs 48 g on the stand@ NEWSFLASH! We now have a new TRIBALSPACE shop at. Sign up for my email newsletters by adding my eBay Shop to your ... morefavourites@ by adding my eBay Shop to your favourites. On 23-Apr-14 at 21:19:33 BST. Seller added the following information: PLEASE NOTE THAT THE TITLE FOR THIS AUCTION IS INCORRRECT BUT THE DESCRIPTION IS CORRECT
AN INTRICATELY DETAILED SCORPION 18-19THC AKAN GOLD WEIGHT Ex USA collection
This is a large and sculptural 18- 19thC Akan goldweight. From a USA collection. Depicting a scorpion. With large pincers and tail reared. Has a sculptural feel with a lot of surface detail. There are a multitude of baubles on the pincers and linear decoration throughout the body. spiral loops adorn each side Metal custom stand included in price. Has a collection number on the back of the stand. Made from brass using the lost wax technique. In good condition. The tip of the tail may have been subtracted for weighing. We guarantee that this item has been tribally used. h on stand 8 cm or 3 inches weighs 69g on stand
AN ABSTRACTED FISH 18THC-19THC AKAN GOLD WEIGHT Ex USA collection
We are lucky to find this rare 18- 19thC Akan goldweight. From a USA collection. Exceptional details throughout. Highly stylised and abstracted form. Depicting a fish with no head and two tails. Has a sculptural feel. Body made up of 15 loops. With a U shaped striated spine. Metal custom stand included in price. Has a collection number on the back of the stand. Made from brass using the lost wax technique. We guarantee that this item has been tribally used. h 7.5cm
A LONG AND STYLISH ANTELOPE 19THC AKAN GOLD WEIGHT Ex USA collection
This is a stylish long antelope 18- 19thC Akan goldweight. From a USA collection. The antelope horns are flowing and cover the length of the body. Wood custom stand included in price. Has a collection number on the back of the stand. Made from bronze using the lost wax technique. We guarantee that this item has been tribally used. Length 6.5 cm 38 grams 40g.RcmdId ViewItemDescV4,RlogId p4%60bo7%60jtb9%3Fuk%601d72f%2B%3E40g-147158c85d1-0xff-
AN EXCEPTIONALLY BIG SWORRD W 2 SKULLS 18-19thC AKAN GOLD WEIGHT Ex USA COLL,
This is an exceptionally big. Sculptural and deeply patinated goldweight from the 18-19thC. Has fabulous form, with two large skulls. Originating from the Akan region gold trade in West Africa. Part of a USA collection. With a collection number on the base. Extra large size with particularly sculptural form. Has a long deep curve of the bladde and handle. Depicting a traditional prestige swword. deliberate misspelling} Has great size and patina. Making it an exceptional example. Made from brass using the lost wax technique. The patina is a highlight. Deeply deeply aged. A nice. Old and dark toned patina. This is an exceptional weight in good condition. Custom mounted on a base which is included in the price. Has a collection number at the rear of the base. We guarantee that this item has been tribally used. height of weight onthe stand is ... more12cm WEIGHT 137G(weight on base)
THE IVORIAN BANKNOTE CATFISH 18THC-19THC AKAN GOLD WEIGHT Ex USA collection
This is a stylish fish 18- 19thC Akan goldweight. From a USA collection. It takes the form of the mudfish that adorns the bank notes of the Ivory Coast. Exceptional details throughout. Highly stylised and abstracted form. Depicting a fish with whiskers. Has a sculptural feel. Two small idisyncracies of the casting process at the fins. Metal custom stand included in price. Has a collection number on the back of the stand. Made from brass using the lost wax technique. We guarantee that this item has been tribally used. h 7.5cm on stand
A BIG, BRANCUSI-ESQUE 18-19THC AKAN GOLD WEIGHT , EX USA COLL.
This is an big. Weighty,53g) Bracusi-like 18-19thC Akan goldweight. From a fantastic collection, collected in the 1970s, in the US. Has f ine construction. Beautiful details. Like the crennelated edges, and ribbed mid shaft. The patina is extremely well developed. Fine and smooth throughout. Made from brass using the lost wax technique. The patina is well developed. A mid bronze colour has developed. There is a collection number attached. In good condition. We guarantee that this item has been tribally used. w 5cm 53 grams
AN ELONGATED FINE LEOPARD 18th- 19THC AKAN GOLD WEIGHT Ex USA col , 10 cm
This is a long elongated leopard 18- 19thC Akan goldweight. From a USA collection. Collected in the 1970s. Depicting a sculptural leopard. That has a slender and long form. 10 cm long! A lovely worn and warm. Old patina. Worn and well patinated. Wood custom stand included in price. Has a collection number on the back of the stand. Made from brass using the lost wax technique. We guarantee that this item has been tribally used. And therefore is an investment piece Length 10 cm weighs 93 on the stand@ NEWSFLASH! We now have a new TRIBALSPACE shop at. Sign up for my email newsletters by adding my eBay Shop to your favourites@ by adding my eBay Shop to your favourites. On 23-Apr-14 at 21:19:33 BST. Seller added the following information: PLEASE NOTE THAT THE TITLE FOR THIS AUCTION IS INCORRRECT BUT THE DESCRIPTION IS CORRECT On 26-Jun-14 at 11:58:23 ... moreBST. Seller added the following information: correction: leopard width 6cm weighs 90g on stand
AN EXCEPTIONAL CROSSED SWORRD 18-19thC AKAN GOLD WEIGHT Ex USA COLL,
This is an exceptionally big. RARE FORM and deeply patinated goldweight from the 18-19thC. Has fabulous form, with two prestige swwords with crossed bladdes(deliberate misspellings) Originating from the Akan region gold trade in West Africa. Part of a USA collection. With a collection number on the base and behind the swword. Extra large size with particularly sculptural form. Has a long deep curve of the bladde and the tussk on top. Has interesting details throughout. Making it an exceptional example. Made from brass using the lost wax technique. The patina is a highlight. Deeply deeply aged. A nice. Old and dark toned patina, with a greenish bronze tinge. This is an exceptional weight in good condition. Custom mounted on a base which is included in the price. w of weight only is 10cm w 43g
A LARGE DETAILED MUDFISH 18THC-19THC AKAN GOLD WEIGHT Ex USA collection
This is a detailed large 18- 19thC Akan goldweight. From a USA collection. It takes the form of the mudfish which is a. Queen mother symbol Exceptional details throughout. Highly stylised and abstracted form. Strong highlighted patina Metal custom stand included in price. Has a collection number on the back of the stand. Made from brass using the lost wax technique. We guarantee that this item has been tribally used. h 7 cm of actual weight.RcmdId ViewItemDescV4,RlogId p4%60bo7%60jtb9%3Fuk.rp*05e54c%3E-14747f8b816-0x108-
A STINGRAY /BAT /BIRD / BUTTERFLY 18THC-19THC AKAN GOLD WEIGHT Ex USA coll
This is a rare 18- 19thC Akan goldweight. From a USA collection. It takes the form of an animal which looks like a cross between a sting ray. Bat, and butterfly. Highly stylised and abstracted form. A patina that is golden. Has a collection number on the back. Made from brass using the lost wax technique. We guarantee that this item has been tribally used. h 3.5 cm of actual weight weighs 10g.RcmdId ViewItemDescV4,RlogId p4%60bo7%60jtb9%3Fuk.rp*3A%3Cd%3Ff6%3E-1475f4af8cb-0x109-
A ROBUST WARRIORS BELT 18-19THC AKAN GOLD WEIGHT Ex USA collection
This is a robust and fine 18-19thC Akan goldweight. From a USA collection. Has assymmetrical form. Fine construction. But big proportions. The patina is extremely well developed. Fine dark bronze colour and smooth throughout. Made from brass using the lost wax technique. The patina is very well developed. Custom mounted with a tiny hole in the belt. For the insertion of the vertical of the stand. We guarantee that this item has been tribally used. w 5.5cm 46 grams on stand
2 KNOTS OF WISDOM 18-19THC AKAN GOLD WEIGHT Ex USA collection
Thiese are two fine 18-19thC Akan goldweight. From a USA collection. Depicting knots of wisdom. Had symmetrical and symbolic form. Fine construction. The patina is extremely well developed. Fine and smooth throughout. Made from brass using the lost wax technique. The patina is very well developed. A golden mid bronze colour has developed. The large one is REALLY LARGE and robust. It has a collectioon number on the rear. We guarantee that this item has been tribally used. h 5.4cm and 3.5cm 35 and 8 grams
A LARGE HOE 18-19THC AKAN GOLD WEIGHT Ex USA collection
This is a large size hoe 18-19thC Akan goldweight. From a USA collection. Has large metal bladde. Fine construction. The patina is extremely well developed. Made from brass using the lost wax technique. The patina is very well developed. A golden mid- dark bronze colour has developed. We guarantee that this item has been tribally used. h 6 cm 40 grams
A LEOPARD with a DOG 19THC AKAN GOLD WEIGHT Ex USA collection
This is a striking and rare to find 18- 19thC Akan goldweight. From a USA collection. Depicting a leopard with a dog in its mouth. It is a sculptural feel with a shapely tail. Shapely form. The leopards spots are big spirals. That creates shape and movement all over its body. Wood custom stand included in price. Has a collection number on the back of the stand. Made from brass using the lost wax technique. In good condition. One leg is not present. Has a collection number underneath. and on back of the stand. We guarantee that this item has been tribally used. width 7.5cm weight 86g on stand.
AN BIG SWORRD W 2 RAMS SKULLS 18-19thC AKAN GOLD WEIGHT Ex USA COLL,
This is a big. Sculptural and deeply patinated goldweight from the 18-19thC. Has fabulous form, with two large stylised rams skulls. Originating from the Akan region gold trade in West Africa. Part of a USA collection. With a collection number on the base. Unusual to see rams skulls depicted instead of monkeys. Extra large size with particularly sculptural form. Depicting a traditional prestige swword. deliberate misspelling} Has great size and patina. Making it an exceptional example. Made from brass using the lost wax technique. The patina is a highlight. Deeply deeply aged. A nice. Old and dark toned patina. This is an exceptional weight in good condition. Custom mounted on a base which is included in the price. Has a collection number at the rear of the base. We guarantee that this item has been tribally used. height of weight onthe stand ... moreis approx. 9.5cm WEIGHT approx. 101G(weight on base)
A NICE SHIELD 18- 19THC AKAN GOLD WEIGHT Ex USA collection
This is a detailed 18-19thC Akan goldweight. From a USA collection. It takes the form of a traditional woven shield. Nice details throughout. It is very 3 dimensional. With chameleon eyes or cowrie shell shapes projecting throughout. A well developed patina. Made from brass using the lost wax technique. In good condition. Minor irregularities only. We guarantee that this item has been tribally used. H 4.5cm x 4.3cm weighs 46g. 643.RcmdId ViewItemDescV4,RlogId p4%60bo7%60jtb9%3Feog4d71f%2B%3E643-14813f772d2-0x112-
A LEOPARD WITH BIRD 18-19thC AKAN GOLD WEIGHT ex USA coll, bronze, africa
An old akan gold weight. Representing a leopard with a bird. Nice details. Old patina. Ex Maurice Bonnefoy collection. 3.5 cm height. 7 cm long, 2.5 cm large. Look at my other bronzes.
A LARGE SIZED 6CM FINE 18THC-19THC AKAN GOLD WEIGHT Ex USA collection
This is a detailed 18- 19tHC Akan goldweight. From a USA collection. Has fine geometric form. A large isosceles triangle with vein like lines converging at its centre and loops along the shortest perimeter. Has a purposeful overall arch. Nice details throughout. Well developed patina. A mid-dark bronze colour. Made from brass using the lost wax technique. We guarantee that this item has been tribally used. w 6 cm
AN 18-19thC AKAN GOLD WEIGHT OF A FISH, Ex USA collection
This is a characterful 18-19tHC Akan goldweight. From a USA collection. Has fine form. Has an anthropomorphic face. Eyes in the front as a human. With nostrils. A distinct character. Impressively well developed patina. A mid bronze colour. Made from brass using the lost wax technique. In good condition. We guarantee that this item has been tribally used. w 4.5 cm
A DETAILED 19THC AKAN CHAIR GOLD WEIGHT Ex USA collection
This is a detailed and dramatic 19thC Akan goldweight. From an American collection. Representing atraditional chief's chair. A complex and infinitely detailed construction. Requiring skill and time investment. A very dark bronze colour. A matt patina. Made from brass using the lost wax technique. We guarantee that this item has been tribally used. 47g h 5.5 cm
A DETAILED. ANTELOPE 18THC-19THC AKAN GOLD WEIGHT Ex USA collection
This is a unique antelope 18-19thC Akan goldweight. From a USA collection. A detailed SCULPTURAL weight with smooth and well developed patina. The body has been halved. So the horns outstretch it. Made from brass using the lost wax technique. Custom made base included. We guarantee that this item has been tribally used. w 4cm Weighs 9g
A 6cm 18-19thC AKAN GOLD WEIGHT OF A FISH, Ex USA collection
This is a sculptural 18-19tHC Akan goldweight. From a USA collection. Has a large curved tail with exaggerated striated fins. The face is a mix of human like and animal features. Has distinct protruding whiskers. Fine and detailed form. There are fine spines along the body of the fish, Impressively well developed patina. A dark bronze colour. Made from brass using the lost wax technique. In good condition. We guarantee that this item has been tribally used. height cm 6 weighs 86g