Lot of 3 Authentic West African bronze bracelets - 1920-50

Unique Set of 3 Authentic West African Bronze Currency Bracelets – Field Collection Peter Beaujean

A unique opportunity to acquire a diverse set of authentic ethnographic metalwork at an exceptionally competitive price.

This carefully curated lot of three bronze bracelets offers a fascinating insight into the traditional economies of West Africa. These pieces were acquired in situ (directly in the field) by the collector Peter Beaujean. This provenance guarantees their status as genuine cultural artifacts with an honest, tribal history.

The set includes three distinct types:

1. Large Minimalist Currency Ring: A robust, heavy piece, likely from the border region between Nigeria and Mali, used as a portable form of wealth.

2. Decorated Bobo/Lobi Bracelet: Featuring refined pointille engravings and stylized terminals, characteristic of the craftsmanship from Burkina Faso.

3. Thick 'Manilla' Variant: Exhibits a heavy, natural green patina (verdigris) indicating a long history, possibly as a ritual offering.

Technical Details & Dating

• Object: Lot of 3 African bracelets / Prestige currency.

• Material: Heavy cast copper alloy (bronze).

• Region: West Africa (Burkina Faso, Nigeria).

• Provenance: Field collection Peter Beaujean.

• Dating: First half of the 20th century (ca. 1920 – 1950).

• Condition: Authentic ethnographic condition with a varied patina.

We are offering this specific lot at the highly competitive price of only € 45.-. Given the documented field provenance and the increasing scarcity of original early 20th-century metal currency, this represents significant value for both the novice collector and the seasoned enthusiast of African tribal art.

Price: € 45.- (Lot of 3)