Choker
CultureFang peoples
Date19th century
MediumBrass
DimensionsOverall: 2 1/4 × 7 7/8 inches (5.72 × 19.99 cm)
Credit LineGift of Marc Leo Felix
Object numberF98-16
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DescriptionElliptical-shaped piece of metal with an opening along one of the long sides; the edges of the opening have been rolled back to form a smooth edge. The piece is undecorated except for two raised ribs which extend down the entire length of the object. A brownish-gold patina has developed over the object except for the edges where bright gold-colored metal is visible.ProvenanceLarry and Phyllis Tally, Montrose, MO, by February 19, 1998 [1];
Purchased from Larry and Phyllis Tally by the dealer Marc Leo Félix, Brussels, Belgium, 1998;
His gift to The Nelson-Atkins Museum of Art, Kansas City, MO, 1998.
NOTES:
[1] According to Marc Leo Félix, in documentation provided at the time of the object’s gift, NAMA curatorial files, the Tallys purchased the choker at either an auction or a garage sale.
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