19th century hammer currency, Ensuba, Bafia People, Cameroon
Sometimes referred to as potato masher currency, but known to the Bafia people as ensuba, this rare intact example weighs in at 11.6 pounds (5.15 kg) and measures 16.25″ (55.3 cm) high by 3.9″ (40.6 cm) wide.
Ex private collection, Oregon.
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Dimensions:Height: 16.25 in (41.28 cm)Width: 3.9 in (9.91 cm)Depth: 3.9 in (9.91 cm)
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Style:Tribal(In the Style Of)
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Materials and Techniques:CeramicHand-Crafted
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Place of Origin:Cameroon
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Period:Late 19th Century
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Date of Manufacture:19th Century
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Condition:GoodWear consistent with age and use.
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Seller Location:Point Richmond, CA
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Reference Number:Seller: ZK#3641 Seller: LU1778224281882
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