Post Date: 16 February 2013
Bone Bracelet – GUNGULU – Gurunsi, Burkina Faso
19th century. Cm. 26,0 high (10.23″) x cm. 11,5 width (4.52″); the central hole is cm. 8,3 long (3.26″) x cm. 6,8 width (2.67″).
The Gurunsi wear these bracelets as a sign of prosperity.
The piece has been repaired long time ago. Beautiful patina of use.