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Luristan nomads made sophisticated bronzes prized in the ancient world for their designs and fine craftsmanship. This Iron Age finely cast curved long horned goat is set on a lucite base.
Manillas were commonly used by the Yoruba in the Coastal regions of Nigeria and along the Niger River. This thin simple round C-shaped manilla is decorated with incised linear designs on the outer round surface: it is centered on the top with parallel zig zag lines between a set of four parallel indentations which frame it. Each end also has zig zag indented striations. Simple, yet elegant, the bracelet is in very good condition, with normal wear, and pitting that verify its age and use. It comes with a wood metal stand.
This traditional African hammered iron gong is elegantly shaped like a flaring bell. Heat riveted, a forging process joining two metal pieces together, it was made by Congolese tribal people. Made with 5 parallel lines of 5 decorative round bulges on both sides, it was often held using a raffia handle and beaten using sticks covered with rubber at its end. Originally a ritual instrument, they were also beaten to call members of special restricted societies to meetings and were a symbol of wealth, prestige, and influence.
Ancient spearpoints with this triangular blade called triangular lanceolate projectile spear point were found under multiple feet of sediment about 40 miles from Austin, Texas are revising ancient American history as they are believed to be the oldest weapons ever found in North America. Considerably older than those made by the Paleoamerican Clovis culture, formerly…
Vintage Nepali brass Buddha in teaching mudra standing on pedestal with 2 Buddhist lions, wearing “wet style” close fitting monk’s robes covering idealized body under drapery. Removable full body aureole with foliate designs.
Vintage Thai cast bronze White Clad Guanyin in meditation on multi-tiered throne holding vial of precious dew with image of Buddha Amitabha under hood. Vision of compassionate serenity, half closed eyes and benevolent smile.
This hand made Hmong “spirit lock” pendant amulet necklace was made with high-grade silver, worn as a protective talisman to “lock in” protective spirits. This trapezoid-shaped pendant is engraved with traditional Hmong motifs – dots, triangles, curved and lines within geometric sections, centered with two 4-leaf flowers and topped by spirals that may represent elephant trunks or coiled snakes. Talismans like this are worn as protective amulets soon after birth.
One-of-a-kind necklace with vintage coin silver alloy Kuchi tribal pendant with a red glass center and dangles worn create a loud festive jingle from dancers wearing it suspended on hand strung beaded ornamental chain.
Vintage Kuchi pendant, dome center, incised dangles and 2 vintage coins used to create festive jingle on dancers wearing it. Suspended on hand strung beaded ornamental chain to create a one-of-a-kind fashion statement.
One-of-a-kind necklace with vintage Kuchi tribal Turkmen round pendant with lapis center and elaborate cut out designs, suspended on hand strung beaded ornamental chain to create a unique and colorful fashion piece..
Vintage large square Kuchi tribal coin silver alloy pendant, intricate design, with blue and red inset glass and dangles to create jingle for dancers. Hanging from a hand strung beaded ornamental chain, it is a one-of-a-kind fashion statement.
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