African Artifacts and Textiles-Dr. Gould
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Jan 21, 2024
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Dr. Philip Gould a distinguished Professor of Chinese Art at Columbia University and Sarah Lawrence College, was in his personal life a passionate collector of tribal art and artifacts from around the world. This auction features many pieces from Dr. Gould's collection of African textiles and artifacts that he curated for numerous museum and gallery exhibitions. The collection includes fine examples of Kuba Textiles, Kente Textiles, Yoruba Textiles, Moroccan Textiles, Egyptian Textiles, Tunisian Textiles, Ewe Textiles and Coptic Textile Fragments. Also featured are Masks, Carved Figures, Fetish Objects, Cast Bronze Objects, Currency Cuffs and Hoes, Iron Currency, Hatchets, Ceremonial Swords, Throwing Knives, Terra Cotta Figures and Vessels.
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LOT 664:
Forged Iron Spear Currency
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Forged Iron Spear Currency
Spear form currency blade, with wood shaft, exhibited at "Africa's Iron and Copper Currencies", Institute of African Studies, Columbia University, New York, New York, March 2000, West or Central Africa. Approximate size, 79" long.
PROVENANCE:From the estate of Professor Philip Gould, New York
Condition: Fair: Oxidised metal, wear consistent with age.
