Items located in Pleasant Valley, NY. Items include wall plaque from the royal palace, Edo people, Benin; rare masterwork ceremonial ax, Sapo-Sapo/Songye people, Congo; prestige neck ring, Kirdi or Fali people, Nigeria; West African anklet and bracelet bells; late 19thC gold weights, Akan people; and more.

AFRICAN ART COLLECTION OF MARY SUE AND PAUL PETER ROSEN
Mary Sue and Paul Peter Rosen have collected African art for over thirty years, making nine trips to Africa to study the art in its cultural setting. The Rosens have published three African art books, curated more than ten exhibitions from their collection, and have given public lectures about African art and culture. They have donated art from their collection to various institutions including the Newark Museum, Temple University in Philadelphia, the SMA Fathers African Art Museum in Tenafly, New Jersey, and the African American Research Library in Fort Lauderdale, Florida.

Payment is due by Monday, June 3 at 1PM.

Pickup in Pleasant Valley, NY must be completed by Monday, June 3 at 3PM.


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Items located in Pleasant Valley, NY. Items include wall plaque from the royal palace, Edo people, Benin; rare masterwork ceremonial ax, Sapo-Sapo/Songye people, Congo; prestige neck ring, Kirdi or Fali people, Nigeria; West African anklet and bracelet bells; late 19thC gold weights, Akan people; and more.

AFRICAN ART COLLECTION OF MARY SUE AND PAUL PETER ROSEN
Mary Sue and Paul Peter Rosen have collected African art for over thirty years, making nine trips to Africa to study the art in its cultural setting. The Rosens have published three African art books, curated more than ten exhibitions from their collection, and have given public lectures about African art and culture. They have donated art from their collection to various institutions including the Newark Museum, Temple University in Philadelphia, the SMA Fathers African Art Museum in Tenafly, New Jersey, and the African American Research Library in Fort Lauderdale, Florida.

Payment is due by Monday, June 3 at 1PM.

Pickup in Pleasant Valley, NY must be completed by Monday, June 3 at 3PM.


All lots sold as is, where is. There is a 15% Buyers Premium for all lots purchased. Payment methods include cash, MC, Visa, Discover or good check. You can make credit card payment online by going to your Member Area and selecting your invoice.

*NOTE* Shipping is available on all items.


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LEG BAND. Mongo and Konda people, Congo. This type of heavy brass leg band was worn by a wife of a wealthy man. It served as a store of wealth and would be removed if needed as a form of currency. Large rolls made from plant fiber wrapped in cloth were used to protect the wearer?s ankles (see picture). They were made by pouring molten brass into a mold in clay or sand (see LOT #9). Brass H8in Weight 8lb.

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LEG BAND. Mongo and Konda people, Congo. This type of heavy brass leg band was worn by a wife of a wealthy man. It served as a store of wealth and would be removed if needed as a form of currency. Large rolls made from plant fiber wrapped in cloth were used to protect the wearer?s ankles (see picture). They were made by pouring molten brass into a mold in clay or sand (see LOT #9). Brass H8in Weight 8lb.

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$375.00 – tobyral

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Auction Type: One Lot
Quantity: 1

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