An imposing and superb gungulu cuff. It was worn on the upper arms by women to ward off evil spirits. Gurunsi, Burkina Faso Ivory, very fine old oxidation and significant patina from use. H. 26.5 cm Provenance : Michelle Yoyotte Collection, Paris
Estimate
€600 - €800
Result
€2,080
Buyer's premium
30%
An imposing and superb gungulu cuff. It was worn on the upper arms by women to ward off evil spirits.
Gurunsi, Burkina Faso
Ivory, very fine old oxidation and significant patina from use.
H. 26.5 cm
Provenance :
Michelle Yoyotte Collection, Paris
Sale
Wednesday 25 June 2025・14:00 (Europe/Paris)
Salle 9 - Hôtel Drouot
9, rue Drouot
75009 Paris