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Zoomorphic recade, Benin, Fon, Size: H: 51 cm (H: 20.1 inch), ID: 3050935
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Lot 175
Auction 103

Zoomorphic recade ·  Benin, Fon · ID: 3050935

sold EUR 250
Provenance
Alain Dufour, Saint Maur, France
Size
H: 51 cm
H: 20.1 inch

Description

wood, brass, base

Originally, recades were used to legitimise royal messengers. The term “récade” was taken from the Portuguese “recado” (message).

Expertise

Certificat d' Authenticité, Alain Dufour, Saint Maur, 29 Mai 2010

Africa

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