Antique Fine Toussian Bracelet – Burkina Faso
Early 20th century. Bronze. Max cm. 6,2 width x cm 5,5 high (2.44″ x 2.17″); max inner diameter cm. 5,0 (1.97″). Grams 169,2 (5.97 oz).
Among the Toussian of Burkina Faso, figures and bracelets are associated with the divination and are linked to the powers of bush spirits. The “python bracelets” serves as a messenger between the spirits and the diviner. The python bracelets are rarely worn; rather they are displayed during divination sessions.
The Toussian of Burkina Faso, numbering 40,000, are part of the Gur people cluster within the Sub-Saharan African affinity bloc.
A large majority of the Toussian follow their traditional animistic beliefs.
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Weight | 300 g |
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