African Textiles and Artifacts-Dr. Gould
By Ray's Premier Auction
Oct 12, 2023
741 Alexander Rd Unit3 Princeton NJ 08540, United States
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 and Kente Textiles. Also featured are Masks, Carved Figures, Protective Fetishes, Cast Bronze Objects, Currency Cuffs and Hoes, Iron Currency, Hatchets, Ceremonial Swords, Throwing Knives, Terra Cotta Figures and Vessels.

LOT 164:

Iron Currency, Sara, Massa, Ngam and Ngambai peoples, Republic of Chad, Central Africa

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$ 35
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Iron Currency, Sara, Massa, Ngam and Ngambai peoples, Republic of Chad, Central Africa
19th Century or early 20th century iron currency, Sara, Massa, Ngam and Ngambai peoples, Republic of Chad, Central Africa, good aged patina, with stand. Approximate size, 17.75"H (19"H on stand)

PROVENANCE: From the estate of Dr. Philip Gould, New York
Condition: Good condition, with appropriate patina; some light scratches and adhesive on stand.

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