Gan Bronze Pendant: Depiction of Double Looped Serpent

Two loops, two heads, and a tail that goes around twice.

Gan metalworkers of Burkina Faso, West Africa, cast this double looped serpent pendant in bronze in the 20th century. Serpent imagery is commonly associated with protection and with spiritual power in the region, and pendants like this are often worn on a cord. A bold double loop forms a butterfly shape with a small suspension loop at the top. The bodies are crosshatched, and two long, angular heads drop to the bottom corners. The metal is dark brown with golden highs on the ridges.

About 5.8 inches tall. A bold shape for a small wall space.