Fine large early 20th century Benin bronze bust

Fine large early 20th century Benin bronze bust
Fine large early 20th century Benin bronze bust
Fine large early 20th century Benin bronze bust
Fine large early 20th century Benin bronze bust
Fine large early 20th century Benin bronze bust
Fine large early 20th century Benin bronze bust
Fine large early 20th century Benin bronze bust

Fine large early 20th century Benin bronze bust

£645
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Fine large Benin bronze Oba Africa bust dating to the first quarter of the 20th century. These busts were displaced on personal altars as status symbols. This one unsurprisingly is related to fertility!

Benin bronze Oba sculptures are masterfully crafted figures from the Kingdom of Benin in Nigeria, depicting the Oba, or king. These bronze artworks, created using the lost-wax casting technique, are renowned for their intricate detail and cultural significance. They symbolise royal power and are central to the rich artistic heritage of Benin.

Shipping P.O.A. Subject to quotation and will be charged separately.

Dimensions:

Height 55 cm / 1' 9 "
Width 18 cm / 7 "
Depth 25 cm / 10 "

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