• “Konga” Anklet / Currency

• Ekonda (Konda) / Nkutu, D.R. Congo, Africa

• Puddle-cast brass

• Early 20th century

Sold individually.

• BMD: 4.5 L x 4.25 W x 7.5 in. / 11 x 11 x 19 cm.
  Height on custom stand: 7.5 in. / 19 cm
  $750

• BMF: 6.75 L x 5.75 W x 5 in. / 17 x 15 x 13 cm.
  Height on custom stand: 9 in. / 23 cm
  $775

• BMA: 6.25 L x 5.5 W x 5 in. / 16 x 14 x 19 cm.
  Height on custom stand: 9 in. / 13 cm
  $775

Kongas were usually worn by married women for celebrations, with their feet protected by thick twists of fabric and leaves called Litelele. Some losses (Ballarini, The Perfect Form, 2009).

Domestic shipping included. International shipping quoted separately.

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