Benin Style Cast Bronze Figure Nigeria

$2,160 · Offered by Second Story Books

Cast bronze standing figure of a royal male standing on a raised openwork base with incised geometric design. Detailed facial features, elaborate dress, and symbolic attributes identify him as a royal or chiefly figure in the Benin bronze tradition.Dimensions: Approximately 17 x 6.5 x 6 in.In Very Good condition with minor surface wear throughout, including rubbing, oxidation with white residue, and scattered surface accretions. There is an approximately 1/5

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