FINE SANDAL GOLD WEIGHT, 19TH CENTURY. AKAN, GHANA

Bronze Gold Weight of a Ceremonial Sandal, 19th Century. Akan Culture, Ghana

A finely cast example of a 18th/19th Century Akan gold weight depicting a kings ceremonial sandal. Showing very fine detailing to the straps with various amulets and decorations attached.

Ex Private Collection, Ghent, Belgium

Estimated Period: 19th Century (Or Before)

Length: 4.5 cm

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