BENIN BRONZE SPIRITUAL SCULPTURE F NIGERIA AFRICA
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Description
A striking and well detailed bronze spiritual sculpture from Benin, now known as Nigeria, in West Africa. The sculpture depicts a man walking on all fours with bells around his neck and belt. Two people come out from behind the man. One of these people is a warrior with a severed head and a weapon in his hands. The second woman comes out from his back. A woman has a bowl of food in her hands. The Benin Empire, 1440 to 1897, was a pre colonial African state in what is now modern Nigeria. Provenance: New Jersey, private collection. Ritual Sculptures And Folk Art Collectibles. Home Decor, Decorative And Religious Items.
Dimensions: Overall size: 15 x 20 in. All measurements are approximate.
Condition
Overall good condition. Refer to photos. Sold as is.
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BENIN BRONZE SPIRITUAL SCULPTURE F NIGERIA AFRICA
Estimate $100 - $150
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