The Mumuye hand-forged and twisted
iron bars together. According to Roberto Ballarini, author
of ‘The Perfect Form’ the flattened appendages were
reminiscent of antelope horns. These currencies were
sometimes worn as jewelry, and also served as dowry
and a form of currency in the pre-colonial era.
Provenance: Pace Primitive, New York and ex. private New York collection.
Height: 12" x 14 5/8" width.
On its customized 4 1/4" x 3" base, it has a height of 14".
