Vintage Oxidized Bronze Porcupine
Vintage handmade bronze African sculpture of a porcupine with oxidized light blue patina. Made in Mali, mid-century. Used as gold weights for trade. Ashanti gold weights are also named Mbramoo and this may be an example of an Ashanti gold weight, used in the measuring of gold and gold dust.
Vintage handmade bronze African sculpture of a porcupine with oxidized light blue patina. Made in Mali, mid-century. Used as gold weights for trade. Ashanti gold weights are also named Mbramoo and this may be an example of an Ashanti gold weight, used in the measuring of gold and gold dust.
Vintage handmade bronze African sculpture of a porcupine with oxidized light blue patina. Made in Mali, mid-century. Used as gold weights for trade. Ashanti gold weights are also named Mbramoo and this may be an example of an Ashanti gold weight, used in the measuring of gold and gold dust.
As this item is in vintage condition, it may show signs of age and use. Approximate size measures 3" x 1.25" x.75".
