Large Curved Hoe Currency #KWM

Large Curved Hoe Currency #KWM

$1,600.00
  • Angas, Nigeria

  • Early 20th century

  • Iron

  • 25.25 x 17.5 in. / 64 x 44 cm

  • Height on custom display stand: 29.75 in. / 76 cm

  • Weight: 12.8 pounds / 5.8 kg

  • Combined weight with base: 20.6 pounds / 9.3 kg

The large currency forms are comprised of a heavy sheet of iron forged into the shape of a curved hoe. They were customary gifts for a bride’s father as well as having a function during wedding celebrations (Ballarini, The Perfect Form, 2009).

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