Lobi Bronze Armlet Currency Manilla Santodomingo The form consists of a

The form consists of a sturdy conical pillar surmounted by a female figure—possibly a priestess—rendered in a strikingly abstract and highly stylized manner

Faint traces of dark pigmentation on the surface hint at its ancient use and handling

While full-sized dance masks were worn or mounted on large basketry structures

and colorants were often added to produce a range of vibrant hues

cowry-shell jewelry

Lobi Bronze Armlet Currency Manilla Santodomingo The form consists of aLobi peoples, early to mid 20th century, Burkina Faso, West Africa An exceptional Lobi bronze manilla, cast using the traditional lost wax method and displaying the refined sculptural sensibility for which Lobi metalwork is admired. This aged armlet or anklet is divided into rhythmic decorative sections, each featuring deeply carved panels framed by pairs of raised, rounded knobs that create a bold and tactile surface. Manillas served as a primary