Cast Bronze Warrior Benin Of Nigeria

$2,160 · Offered by Second Story Books

Nigeria. West African lost-wax cast bronze figure depicting a standing warrior or court official holding a spear and raised hand gesture, mounted atop a hollow bell-form base. Richly detailed with elaborate headdress, beaded collar, patterned garments, and geometric decoration throughout. The hollow square base with corner loops suggests use as a ceremonial bell, shrine object, or prestige item within a traditional West African context. Displays an attractive aged

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