03-04-201203-04-2012
Skinner Auctions
Skinner AuctionsBoston MA
2585BBoston
March 4, 2012 11:00 AMCalender
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Set of Four Ivory Armbands

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$1,659$1,400
Auction: American Furniture & Decorative Arts - 2585BLocation: BostonDate / Time: March 04, 2012 11:00AM

Description:

Set of Four Ivory Armbands, reportedly Kenya, Africa, 19th century, pegged mortise and tenon constructed, accompanied by an old placard inscribed "Set of Old Ivory Armbands/Presented to Mr. Morse by an old Wakumba Chief, handed down to him by his Grandfather," dia. 4 5/8-5 3/8 in.
Estimate $300-500

Keywords

Morse, Wakumba Chief, Kenya