Wildcat statuette - Dahomey - Benin

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Bronze patiné Dahomey statue from Benin, mid‑20th century, from private collection; one item, measuring about 16 cm high, 8 cm wide, 19 cm deep, weighing around 1 kg, in excellent condition, without a stand.

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Very beautiful artisanal bronze subject from Dahomey, Cotonou, Benin, Africa. A figurine depicting a lion, hyena, or other predator holding prey in its mouth, such as a sheep or antelope... Gold-toned bronze with a dark/brown patina of uniform and clean origin. Extremely fine detailed work, hand-hammered. Vintage from the 40s-70s or earlier.

Maximum length of 19cm, 13cm without the tail, approximately 8cm maximum width, and about 16.5cm maximum head height. Overall very good condition, with a small, discreet bump on the top of the left ear; nothing notable beyond that. It is a very beautiful, highly crafted artisanal piece that will delight African art enthusiasts. Approximately 1kg.

Very beautiful artisanal bronze subject from Dahomey, Cotonou, Benin, Africa. A figurine depicting a lion, hyena, or other predator holding prey in its mouth, such as a sheep or antelope... Gold-toned bronze with a dark/brown patina of uniform and clean origin. Extremely fine detailed work, hand-hammered. Vintage from the 40s-70s or earlier.

Maximum length of 19cm, 13cm without the tail, approximately 8cm maximum width, and about 16.5cm maximum head height. Overall very good condition, with a small, discreet bump on the top of the left ear; nothing notable beyond that. It is a very beautiful, highly crafted artisanal piece that will delight African art enthusiasts. Approximately 1kg.

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No. of items
1
Ethnic group/ culture
Dahomey
Country of Origin
Benin
Period
Mid 20th century
Material
Patinated bronze
Sold with stand
No
Condition
Excellent condition
Title of artwork
Wildcat statuette
Height
16 cm
Width
8 cm
Depth
19 cm
Provenance
Private collection
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