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Selected by Julien Gauthier

With almost a decade of experience bridging science, museum curation, and traditional blacksmithing, Julien has developed a unique expertise in historical arms, armour, and African art.

Estimate € 280 - € 330

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Description from the seller

Nigeria
Ifé
African bronze

Dimensions excluding beard
Height: 270mm
Width: 170mm
Length: 350mm

Barbecue dimensions include:
Height: 650mm
Width: 290mm
Length: 350mm

Total height on base: 98cm

African statue from Ifé in Bénin City, Nigeria, made of African bronze.

Statue representing a leopard from the King's court.

Technique: lost wax (unique piece)

The art of Benin is described as court art because it is closely associated with the king, known as Oba. The tradition of bronze court objects from Ifé dates back to the 14th century. These rectangular-shaped altars were topped with heads, statues, carved ivory tusks, bells, and staffs. They served to commemorate an Oba and to connect with his spirit.

The objects are sent with a tracking number.
Delivery in France by Chronopost within 1 to 2 days. Delivery within the European Union by Chronopost International in 3 to 5 days. Delivery by Colissimo International for the rest of Europe and worldwide.

We speak English.

Seller's Story

Passionate about the Arts of the World and more particularly by African Art, buys from collectors, former civil servants, soldiers, health personnel, public works personnel who have worked in Africa and also in Ivory Coast with antique dealers and touts who travel all over West Africa to find quality objects.

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