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Anklet
Anklet

Anklet

20th century
Object PlaceDemocratic Republic of the Congo
Medium/TechniqueCopper alloy
DimensionsOverall: 12.7 x 21.6 cm (5 x 8 1/2 in.)
Credit LineGift of Timothy Phillips
Accession number2006.2059
On View
On view
ClassificationsJewelry / Adornment
ProvenanceBetween 2000 and 2006, acquired by Timothy Phillips, Boston [see note]; 2006, year-end gift of Timothy Phillips to the MFA. (Accession Date: January 24, 2007)

NOTE: Probably purchased from a dealer in Paris, Brussels, or New York.
Anklet
Anklet
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Neck ring (onlua)
Neck ring (onlua)
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Body ornament
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Pendant showing an Oba (King) and two dignitaries
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