SOLD: Large Curved Hoe Currency
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SOLD: Large Curved Hoe Currency
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Angas, Nigeria
Early 20th century
Iron
22.5 x 15 in. / 57 x 38 cm
Height on custom display stand: 27.25 in. / 69 cm
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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