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Gan Bronze. Snake with Rider. Serpent. Carving. Sculpture. Burkinabe People. Burkina Faso. Africa.

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A lost wax casting and just like others the mold is destroyed every time resulting in a unique and original piece from Burkina Faso. So this is the only piece like this you will ever see. The Gan ethnic group believe that the serpent possesses protective… Continue reading →

Item Number: S-9340
Provenance/Origin: Gan Ethnic Group. Burkina Faso. Circa 1960s
Composition: Bronze with steel stand
Dimensions: In Stand: 19" tall. Snake: Snout to top of human figure is 8"
Weight: 7 pounds
Price: $ 560.00 USD

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