Description

Old worn Bobo amulet of two chameleons in a mating position.
Mating chameleons amulets are worn to help in the birth of children.
The side of this old amulet in contact with the wearer’s skin has a nice worn patina.
Adorned on both sides.
Early to mid 20th century – Collected in Burkina Faso.

Length: 5 cm (2″)
Height: 3,5 cm (1 3/8″)
Weight: 19 grams

*Please refer to André Blandin’s “Afrique de l’ouest – Bronzes et autres alliages” (2000) to view a similar piece p. 68

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